Every cabin. One simple guide.
Empty legs are listed by aircraft category because the category tells you what the flight will feel like: how many seats, how far it can go, how much luggage fits and roughly what it should cost.
Private jets are grouped into 7 categories on Empty Leg Exclusive: turboprop, very light, light, midsize, super-midsize, heavy and ultra-long-range. The category tells you seats (4 to 19), range (about 1,000 to 7,700 nautical miles) and roughly what an hour costs, from $2,000–$3,100 for a turboprop to $14,000–$22,000 for the largest jets.
| Category | Seats | Typical range | Block speed | Hourly band (USD) | One hour as an empty leg (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 6–9 | 1,000–1,800 nm | 260 kt | $2,000–$3,100 | $500–$2,300 |
| Very light jet | 4–5 | Up to 1,100 nm | 330 kt | $2,700–$3,500 | $700–$2,600 |
| Light jet | 6–8 | 1,500–2,000 nm | 380 kt | $3,500–$5,500 | $900–$4,100 |
| Midsize jet | 7–9 | 2,000–2,800 nm | 410 kt | $5,000–$8,000 | $1,300–$6,000 |
| Super-midsize jet | 8–10 | 3,200–3,900 nm | 440 kt | $7,500–$11,000 | $1,900–$8,300 |
| Heavy jet | 10–14 | 4,000–5,000 nm | 460 kt | $9,000–$15,000 | $2,300–$11,300 |
| Ultra-long-range jet | 12–19 | 6,000–7,700 nm | 480 kt | $14,000–$22,000 | $3,500–$16,500 |
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6–9 seats · 1,000–1,800 nmTurboprop
Propeller aircraft with turbine engines. Slower than a jet, cheaper to run, and able to use far more airfields.
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4–5 seats · Up to 1,100 nmVery light jet
The smallest jets in the fleet. Fast, efficient and ideal for short hops with a few passengers and light luggage.
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6–8 seats · 1,500–2,000 nmLight jet
The workhorse of European private aviation and the category with the most empty legs. Comfortable for up to three hours.
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7–9 seats · 2,000–2,800 nmMidsize jet
More cabin, more range and more baggage. The step up for groups or anyone flying three to four hours.
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8–10 seats · 3,200–3,900 nmSuper-midsize jet
Wide cabins that can cross the Atlantic. The sweet spot between comfort and cost for long flights.
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10–14 seats · 4,000–5,000 nmHeavy jet
Intercontinental range, separate cabin zones and a cabin attendant. Empty legs on heavy jets are the biggest single savings on the board.
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12–19 seats · 6,000–7,700 nmUltra-long-range jet
The flagships. Non-stop from London to Los Angeles, Singapore or Cape Town with a bedroom on board.
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Frequently asked questions
How many passengers can fly?
It depends on the aircraft: typically 4–6 on very light and light jets, 7–9 on midsize and super-midsize jets, and 10–16 on heavy and ultra-long-range jets.
Can I bring pets or extra luggage?
Usually, subject to the operator’s approval and the aircraft’s hold. Tell us at enquiry.
Sources
- Paramount Business Jets, "Private Jet Rental | Jet Cost & Hourly Rates (2026)", 2026-08 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Amalfi Jets, "Private Jet Cost Per Hour 2026: Rates by Jet Type", 2026-06-15 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Jetvice, "Private Jet Charter Hourly Rates 2026", 2026-09-01 (accessed 2026-09-20)
Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.
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