Book with XO and discover the ease and convenience of empty leg flights, a cost-effective way to experience the benefits of private travel.
XO, along with VistaJet, is part of Vista, the world’s leading global private aviation group. XO provides simple and immediate access to a hand-selected fleet of premium safety-vetted aircraft.
XO offers access to empty leg flights* every week through the Current Jet Deals section of their website. Empty leg routes can also be found on the XO mobile app by scrolling down to Jet Deals and clicking “View all.”
Explore available empty leg offers instantly by downloading the XO mobile app or visiting the Current Jet Deals section of the XO website.
If you regularly fly private, then chances are you might have taken an empty leg flight before. But what does it actually mean?
If a client books a private flight, the aircraft will potentially need to fly to another destination to pick up its next client. Therefore, this connecting flight (known as a ferry) is the ‘empty leg’ of a one-way private charter flight.
Empty leg flights will have a pre-determined aircraft type, departure date and time, and destination. The details of an empty leg flight generally will not be released until a few days before it is due to depart.
Other names for private empty leg flights include ‘dead legs’, ‘empty sectors’ or ‘one-way transients. Essentially, these are all referring to the same type of flight.
Because of the nature of their pre-determined requirements, seats on an empty leg flight can often be a cost-effective way to book your private jet travel.
Sometimes up to 75% less than a regular private charter fare, empty leg charters are a great way of accessing private jet travel, providing that you can be flexible with your arrangements or manage to find a one-way flight that meets all your travel needs.
Because of the volume of single private chartered flights being taken, there are typically many empty legs available at any given time, from airports all around the globe. If you have a schedule that is fairly flexible, then there could be a single flight that fits your schedule at a price that suits your budget.
While empty leg private flights offer a cost-effective way to enjoy private travel, they also come with exact departure airports, destinations and timings. This eliminates the spontaneous nature of private jet travel that many clients prefer or require as part of their busy lifestyle. If you need to be in a certain place at a certain time for a meeting or an appointment, then an empty leg flight might not be for you.
Unlike a traditional private flight, your empty leg jet will be flying in from another destination before you board, therefore your flight time will depend on when the aircraft lands and is ready to depart again.
The exact timing of your empty leg flight is based on the original passenger’s flight requirements; therefore, the final availability and departure details might not be available until just before you are due to depart. This is why a degree of flexibility is essential when booking this type of flight. For example, if the original flight is cancelled, then your empty leg flight will no longer be available, so you will need to make other travel arrangements at the last minute. This mode of travel, therefore, will not suit some passengers for whom reliability and precise timing are of huge importance when booking a private charter flight.
You will also need to ensure that your return journey is covered independently, as the empty leg is only a one-way flight. You can either book a separate private charter for your return journey or find another mode of travel. Our team can help you find suitable options that work for you, often combining empty leg flights with standard private charter flights.
If you see an empty leg journey that corresponds with your preferred journey timeframe but not with your exact required destination, please contact a member of the VistaJet Sales team to see if there’s a possibility to modify the flight destination. In some cases, there may be an option to re-route the empty leg flight plan to a nearby airport.
If you are looking for all the benefits that come with private jet travel at a price that is not too far away from a regular scheduled flight cost, then empty leg flights could very well work for you, providing that you can be flexible in terms of departure date and/or destination.
Perhaps you have some time available and are looking for a last-minute trip. If you are feeling spontaneous and don’t have a set destination you want to travel to, then an empty leg could be perfect for you. Please remember that empty leg flights are only one-way, so you will always have to organise your return journey separately.
When flying on an empty leg flight, you will receive all the regular benefits of flying with VistaJet. All our flights include a seamless flying experience with multi-lingual on-board service, two pilots, exclusive private dining options, restful family space, fine bed linen and signature wine lists to enjoy.
The cost of an empty leg flight deal can vary dramatically depending on a number of factors. First, the destination and length of flight can cause the cost to change significantly, as well as the type of aircraft and how many passengers need to travel. Each empty leg is completely different; therefore, the prices will vary.
If you are flexible enough with your plans and are just seeking a one-way flight, then you could benefit from a reduced airfare compared to a standard private jet charter. Empty leg prices could be anywhere from 25-75% cheaper, depending on the particular flight details.
If you want to enjoy a private flight experience at a reduced rate, then an empty leg charter could work well for you.
There’s no limit to the destinations you can fly to on an empty leg private flight.
Each flight is completely unique, but to give you an insight into where an empty leg charter could fly you to, here are a few of the most popular global destinations:
Travelling into the UK from Europe or further afar? There are regularly empty leg flights into London Luton, Farnborough and Heathrow, as well as other private airports further north, making it easy for you to get to your hotel or office once you have touch down.
The distinctive silver and red aircraft frequently fly into Italian airports. Departing from many international airports around the world, you may be able to book an empty leg flight to Naples, Rome, Pisa or Milan for business or relaxation.
Are you planning a last-minute trip to the South of France or a weekend of fine dining in Paris? Book travel on an empty leg private flight instantly. We offer access to private flights into a vast range of French airports all year round.
Portugal offers a host of world-class golf courses, fine cuisine and sandy beaches, making it the perfect destination for a long weekend or an overnight stop-off on the way to another European destination. Explore the app for the best upcoming empty leg deals to Portugal.
Whether you have a meeting in New York or are looking for an empty leg flight to Las Vegas for a weekend of fun with friends, we provide access to frequent flights heading to the United States. Ready to explore the tropical climate of Miami or the nightlife in Los Angeles? We’ll look after every intricate detail when you fly with us.
Exploring Canada couldn’t be easier with private flights traveling to range of Canadian airports. Whether you are looking for an empty leg flight to Vancouver or Toronto, check to see if there is a flight that suits your schedule.
Empty leg flights to Dubai offer an unparalleled flying experience to ensure you arrive in the city feeling rested and relaxed. Whether flying from the UK or another global destination, we will ensure maximum comfort and convenience, so you are ready to explore the skyscraper-filled metropolis and white sand beaches.
Fly to southeast Asia’s island city-state in style. We offer access to empty leg flights departing and arriving into Singapore, depending on your needs. Find a flight that works for you on our easy-to-use app or check availability by requesting a quote.
Whether you are flying for business or pleasure or both, empty leg charter flights to India offer all the comforts and conveniences you can expect with private air travel. We will get you where you need to be with minimal time constraints and maximum enjoyment.
Charter an empty leg flight into Australia to visit Oceania’s largest country surrounded by the Indian and Pacific oceans. Fly into the capital city of Canberra to experience Parliament House and Lake Burley Griffin, or land in Sydney for its glorious harbour, beaches, Opera House and amazing food scene. Whatever your reason for flying to Australia, an empty leg flight could be a perfect option for you and your fellow travellers.
*There is no guarantee that an empty leg flight booked with XO will take place on one of the iconic silver and red aircraft in the Vista Members’ fleet.
Want to know more? Let us draft a plan for you. Tell us about your most frequent flights, where you are based, nature of your flights, preferred aircraft, times of the year you fly often and our team of aviation experts will happily give you a real life example of what flying with VistaJet will look like for you. Give us the chance to arrange a consultation and create a personal proposal that perfectly fits all your needs.
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