Empty-leg hub
KMKC — Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport
United StatesKansas City
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) in Kansas City, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 220 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $19,900.
220 live empty legs involving KMKC
- Code
- KMKC
- Traffic
- 7.2/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 6,817 ft
- Live legs
- 220
Empty-leg demand
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) in Kansas City, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 157 of 220 live legs (71%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KMKC is led by Learjet 60 (Midsize Jet) (69 legs), with Cessna Citation Ultra, Cessna Citation XLS+ also active.
The busiest live corridors at KMKC are from KVNY (8), to KVNY (8), and from KTEB (5).
Priced empty legs at KMKC center on a median ask of $19,900, with an observed range of $100–$103,000 (220 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KMKC: 220 live empty legs (63 out / 157 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KMKC: $19,900 (n=220).
- Busiest corridor: from KVNY (8 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Learjet 60 (69 legs, ~31%).
Inbound repositioning into KMKC creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 220 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inbound from | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 8 | $33,550 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 8 | $29,750 |
| Inbound from | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 5 | $19,500 |
| Outbound to | KHWDHayward Executive Airport | 4 | $29,000 |
| Inbound from | KSDLScottsdale Airport | 4 | $10,300 |
| Inbound from | KARVLakeland Airport Noble F Lee Memorial Field | 3 | $9,000 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 69 |
| Cessna Citation Ultra | Light Jet | 22 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 15 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000 | Heavy Jet | 11 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 9 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- MKC
- ICAO
- KMKC
- City
- Kansas City
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 759 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 6,817 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.2 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/19 | 6,817 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 4/22 | 5,050 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KMKC for empty legs?
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) has 220 live empty-leg listings — 63 departing and 157 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KMKC?
The median ask at KMKC is $19,900 across 220 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KMKC?
The strongest live corridor at KMKC is from KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 8 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KMKC most often?
The Learjet 60, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KMKC, with 69 live listings (~31% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport?
The primary code for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is KMKC.
Where is KMKC airport located?
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) is in Kansas City, United States.
What is the ICAO code for MKC?
The ICAO code for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) is KMKC.
What is the longest runway at KMKC?
The longest runway at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) is 6,817 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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