Empty-leg hub
LBSF — Sofia Airport
BulgariaSofia
Sofia Airport (LBSF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is an outbound empty-leg hub with 354 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $22,200.
354 live empty legs involving LBSF
- Code
- LBSF
- Traffic
- 7.7/10
- Runways
- 1
- Longest
- 11,811 ft
- Live legs
- 354
Empty-leg demand
Sofia Airport (LBSF) in Sofia, Bulgaria is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 240 of 354 live legs (68%) leave LBSF, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at LBSF are to LTFJ (157), from OEJN (36), and to LGAV (20).
Priced empty legs at LBSF center on a median ask of $22,200, with an observed range of $6,019–$195,000 (353 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at LBSF is led by Bombardier Challenger 605 (Heavy Jet) (45 legs), with Gulfstream G700, Gulfstream G550 also active.
Key takeaways
- LBSF: 354 live empty legs (240 out / 114 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LBSF: $22,200 (n=353).
- Busiest corridor: to LTFJ (157 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 605 (45 legs, ~13%).
Outbound empty legs leaving LBSF creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 354 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 | LTFJIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 157 | $21,300 |
| Inbound from | OEJNKing Abdulaziz International Airport | 36 | $75,500 |
| Outbound to | LGAVAthens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | 20 | $17,700 |
| Outbound to | LGSMSamos Airport | 16 | $20,300 |
| Outbound to | LGKOKos Airport | 13 | $18,800 |
| Outbound to | LIMCMilan Malpensa International Airport | 8 | $26,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 45 |
| Gulfstream G700 | Ultra Long Range | 17 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 11 |
| Gulfstream G280 | Super Midsize Jet | 8 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 6 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- SOF
- ICAO
- LBSF
- City
- Sofia
- Country
- Bulgaria
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 1,742 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Athens
- Region
- Europe
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 11,811 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.7 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- sofia-airport.bg
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 11,811 ft | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LBSF for empty legs?
Sofia Airport (LBSF) has 354 live empty-leg listings — 240 departing and 114 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LBSF?
The median ask at LBSF is $22,200 across 353 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LBSF?
The strongest live corridor at LBSF is to LTFJ (Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport), with 157 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LBSF most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 605, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LBSF, with 45 live listings (~13% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Sofia Airport?
The primary code for Sofia Airport is LBSF.
Where is LBSF airport located?
Sofia Airport (LBSF) is in Sofia, Bulgaria.
What is the ICAO code for SOF?
The ICAO code for Sofia Airport (SOF) is LBSF.
What is the longest runway at LBSF?
The longest runway at Sofia Airport (LBSF) is 11,811 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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