Empty legs
Flexible dates? Ask about empty legs.
When an aircraft has to fly without passengers, to reach its next client or return to base, the operator may offer that flight at a reduced price.
How they work
An opportunity with conditions
- Good for flexible trips, such as a weekend away where the timing can move.
- Not for fixed deadlines. An empty leg exists because of another booking, so its time, airport or route can change, or it can be cancelled.
- Same checks as any charter. We check the operator's authority and insurance exactly as we would for a full-price flight.
- Terms in writing. Before you pay, we set out what the flight depends on, what happens if it changes, and the cancellation terms.
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Empty legs, answered
What is an empty leg?
A flight an aircraft has to make without passengers, for example to reach its next client or return to base. Operators sometimes offer these flights at a reduced price.
Can an empty leg be cancelled?
Yes. It depends on another booking, so if that booking changes, the empty leg can move or be cancelled. We explain the terms in writing before you pay.
Should I use an empty leg for an important meeting?
We wouldn't recommend it. For anything with a fixed deadline, a standard charter is the safer choice.