Empty-leg hub
LGSA — Chania International Airport
GreeceSouda
Chania International Airport (LGSA) in Souda, Greece is an inbound empty-leg hub with 332 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $26,000.
332 live empty legs involving LGSA
- Code
- LGSA
- Traffic
- 6.6/10
- Runways
- 1
- Longest
- 10,982 ft
- Live legs
- 332
Empty-leg demand
Chania International Airport (LGSA) in Souda, Greece is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 255 of 332 live legs (77%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at LGSA is led by Gulfstream G700 (Ultra Long Range) (14 legs), with Gulfstream G550, Bombardier Challenger 350 also active.
The busiest live corridors at LGSA are from LIRF (74), to LKPR (69), and from LKPR (60).
Priced empty legs at LGSA center on a median ask of $26,000, with an observed range of $5,300–$251,300 (332 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- LGSA: 332 live empty legs (77 out / 255 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LGSA: $26,000 (n=332).
- Busiest corridor: from LIRF (74 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream G700 (14 legs, ~4%).
Inbound repositioning into LGSA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 332 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 | LIRFRome-Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport | 74 | $19,900 |
| Outbound to | LKPRVaclav Havel Airport Prague | 69 | $29,200 |
| Inbound from | LKPRVaclav Havel Airport Prague | 60 | $30,450 |
| Inbound from | LIRACiampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport | 33 | $18,500 |
| Inbound from | LGAVAthens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | 30 | $10,150 |
| Inbound from | LOWWVienna International Airport | 9 | $23,800 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream G700 | Ultra Long Range | 14 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 11 |
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Super Midsize Jet | 9 |
| Cessna Citation Latitude | Super Midsize Jet | 8 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 8 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- CHQ
- ICAO
- LGSA
- City
- Souda
- Country
- Greece
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 490 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Athens
- Region
- Europe
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 10,982 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.6 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 10,982 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LGSA for empty legs?
Chania International Airport (LGSA) has 332 live empty-leg listings — 77 departing and 255 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LGSA?
The median ask at LGSA is $26,000 across 332 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LGSA?
The strongest live corridor at LGSA is from LIRF (Rome-Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport), with 74 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LGSA most often?
The Gulfstream G700, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at LGSA, with 14 live listings (~4% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Chania International Airport?
The primary code for Chania International Airport is LGSA.
Where is LGSA airport located?
Chania International Airport (LGSA) is in Souda, Greece.
What is the ICAO code for CHQ?
The ICAO code for Chania International Airport (CHQ) is LGSA.
What is the longest runway at LGSA?
The longest runway at Chania International Airport (LGSA) is 10,982 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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