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Empty Legs — private jet flights at reduced prices. Save 20% to 70% on outbound and return flights without compromising on comfort.
* The final flight cost is calculated after confirming the departure date and number of passengers
What is Empty Legs?
Empty Legs (also “empty flights”, “positioning legs”, or “repositioning flights”) are a segment of business aviation related to ferry flights of private jets without passengers.
For example:
A jet performs a charter flight from Moscow to Istanbul. After that, it must return to its base in Moscow. This return flight from Istanbul to Moscow is empty (without passengers) and already paid for by the first client.
Instead of flying empty, the operator offers seats on this flight at a significant discount — often 50–75% cheaper than a regular charter.
For clients, it’s a chance to fly a private jet at a price close to a first-class commercial airline ticket.
Why are Empty Legs cheaper?
The main reason for the low cost is saving on aircraft downtime and repositioning flight expenses. For jet owners or operators, it's more profitable to sell seats even at cost than fly empty.
Factors influencing Empty Leg pricing
- Short booking window. The closer to departure, the better the price. These flights are usually available 1–3 days before departure.
- Fixed route. Most often, the date and route are fixed.
What is included in the Empty Legs price?
Included in the price:
- Jet rental. You rent the entire aircraft — the price includes costs for 4 passengers. For shared flights, specify the number of passengers, and we will calculate the cost (extra passenger — up to 100,000 RUB).
- Crew services. Crew salary and per diems are included. On board — professional pilots and a flight attendant (for medium and large business jets).
- Fuel for the route. The price includes fuel for the full route, including refueling if necessary.
- Airport fees. Mandatory departure and arrival airport fees are included — for example, takeoff, landing, and short-term aircraft parking.
Ground handling includes standard airport services (handling): towing, stair truck, assistance with preflight procedures.
What is not included in the Empty Legs price:
- Route or departure date changes. Empty Legs are tied to a specific date and route. Any changes to the schedule or deviations from the route are discussed and, if needed, paid for separately.
- Ground transportation. By default, transfers to/from the airport are not included in the price. JETVIP can organize transfers on request.
Benefits of booking Empty Legs with JETVIP:
Flexible route selection Daily updated destinations and flight options
Up to 70% savings Flight cost is significantly lower than a classic charter
Safety and reliability Certified operators, experienced pilots, and 24/7 support
High level of service You fly on the same business jet with crew, comfort, and full service
Fly smart — choose Empty Leg by JETVIP
Save from 50% or more!
JETVIP is your trusted air broker and guide in the world of premium flights. We select the best private jet options worldwide — fast, flexible, and tailored to your needs.
How to book an Empty Leg?
Часто задаваемые вопросы про Empty Legs
Partially — some operators offer seats on flights (seat-share), especially if the ferry service is operated with multiple passengers. However, Empty Leg is usually available in its entirety, not by individual seats.
New Empty Legs are formed daily, but available offers may unexpectedly change or be canceled if the main client makes changes to their flight.
No, an Empty Leg is just the flight. Additional services, such as ground transportation, catering, or advance accommodation, are charged separately or may not be provided.
Yes, you can invite friends or colleagues and share the total cost of the Empty Leg flight — this way, the trip becomes even more cost-effective.
We monitor all available Empty Leg flights around the world on a daily basis.
📲 Contact our broker, and we will provide you with current routes or add you to our instant offers mailing list.
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Benefits — business jet flights at the price of airline business class
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Comfort and Privacy — a private terminal, no queues or delays
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Quick Booking — flights available just days or hours before departure
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The ability to fly closer to your final destination
Practically none — an Empty Leg is a predetermined route from the operator. Alternative routes with minimal deviation may exist, but they require additional payment or approval.
Yes — Empty Leg flights are usually one-way only. The return trip needs to be arranged separately (most often at full price).
This is a business jet flight that is operated without passengers — for example, the plane is returning to its base after a one-way charter or is moving on to its next flight. This "empty" leg is offered to other clients at a discount since the operator still needs to carry out the flight.
We organize private jet flights to popular cities in Turkey. We will find the best option from the available aircraft. The usual price is around 6-8 million rubles for a flight from Moscow to Istanbul, but with the "empty leg" system, you can book a private jet for prices ranging from 3.5 million rubles to 5 million rubles.
Our managers will find the best options for you!
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