Empty-leg hub
KCID — The Eastern Iowa Airport
United StatesCedar Rapids
The Eastern Iowa Airport (KCID) in Cedar Rapids, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 265 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $21,700.
265 live empty legs involving KCID
- Code
- KCID
- Traffic
- 7.1/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 8,601 ft
- Live legs
- 265
Empty-leg demand
The Eastern Iowa Airport (KCID) in Cedar Rapids, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 112 outbound and 153 inbound across 265 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KCID center on a median ask of $21,700, with an observed range of $3,200–$247,400 (265 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KCID are to KHXD (60), from KBXK (8), and from KE25 (8).
Aircraft mix at KCID is led by Gulfstream G550 (Ultra Long Range) (22 legs), with Learjet 60, Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy also active.
Key takeaways
- KCID: 265 live empty legs (112 out / 153 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KCID: $21,700 (n=265).
- Busiest corridor: to KHXD (60 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream G550 (22 legs, ~8%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KCID creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 265 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outbound to | KHXDHilton Head Airport | 60 | $20,000 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 8 | $28,600 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 8 | $28,350 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 8 | $28,800 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 8 | $27,450 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 8 | $32,300 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 22 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 15 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | Super Midsize Jet | 14 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 14 |
| Cessna Citation Ultra | Light Jet | 12 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- CID
- ICAO
- KCID
- City
- Cedar Rapids
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 869 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 8,601 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.1 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 8,601 ft | 150 ft | PER | Yes |
| 13/31 | 6,200 ft | 150 ft | PER | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KCID for empty legs?
The Eastern Iowa Airport (KCID) has 265 live empty-leg listings — 112 departing and 153 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KCID?
The median ask at KCID is $21,700 across 265 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KCID?
The strongest live corridor at KCID is to KHXD (Hilton Head Airport), with 60 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KCID most often?
The Gulfstream G550, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KCID, with 22 live listings (~8% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for The Eastern Iowa Airport?
The primary code for The Eastern Iowa Airport is KCID.
Where is KCID airport located?
The Eastern Iowa Airport (KCID) is in Cedar Rapids, United States.
What is the ICAO code for CID?
The ICAO code for The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) is KCID.
What is the longest runway at KCID?
The longest runway at The Eastern Iowa Airport (KCID) is 8,601 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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