How To Fly Private For Less with Silverhawk Aviation
If you’ve ever dreamed of flying private but assumed the cost was out of reach, empty leg flights might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. At Silverhawk Aviation, we offer empty leg flights at transparent, flat-rate prices, giving travelers a rare chance to experience private aviation at a fraction of the standard charter cost.
This guide covers everything you need to know: what empty leg flights are, how they’re priced, who benefits most, and how to book one before they’re gone.
What Is an Empty Leg Flight?
An empty leg flight, also known as a “deadhead flight” or “ferry flight”, occurs when a private jet needs to reposition after completing a one-way charter. For example, if a client charters a jet from Kansas to Naples and doesn’t need a return trip, the aircraft has to fly back to its home base empty. Rather than let that seat go to waste, Silverhawk offers that repositioning flight to travelers at a significantly reduced price.
Empty leg flights offer the same aircraft, the same experienced crew, and the same private terminal experience as a standard charter. The only difference? The price. This makes empty leg flights one of the best-kept secrets in private aviation, a legitimate way to fly on a private jet for a fraction of what you’d normally pay.
Who Are Empty Leg Flights Best For?
Empty leg flights are ideal for travelers with flexible schedules. Because these flights are set by aircraft repositioning needs rather than passenger demand, the departure times, dates, and destinations are fixed; you’re working around the flight’s schedule, not the other way around.
That said, they’re a perfect fit for:
- Business travelers who can shift meetings or travel days by a few hours
- Leisure travelers heading to a destination that happens to align with an available route
- Groups splitting the cost of a premium flying experience at a fraction of the retail price
- First-time private flyers looking to experience private aviation without a full charter commitment
If the route, date, and time work for you, an empty leg flight is one of the smartest values in private air travel.
Silverhawk’s Flat-Rate Empty Leg Pricing
Here’s what sets Silverhawk apart from most private charter operators: we publish our prices.
The private aviation industry has a reputation for opaque pricing, rates that vary based on negotiation and demand. At Silverhawk, we believe you deserve to know exactly what you’ll pay before you ever pick up the phone. Our empty leg pricing is flat, fixed, and determined by aircraft type and distance from the originating airport.
2026 Empty Leg Flight Pricing
Aircraft | Under 300 mi | 300–800 mi | 800+ mi |
King Air | $750 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
Light Jet | $1,500 | $3,500 | $5,000 |
Mid Jet | $2,500 | $5,000 | $7,500 |
Prices are per flight, not per seat. No negotiation. No surprises.
To put that in perspective: a light jet empty leg flight under 300 miles starts at just $1,500. Split among two to four travelers, that’s a per-person cost comparable to, or even less than, a first-class commercial ticket, without the airport crowds, check-in lines, or layovers.
What’s Included in a Silverhawk Empty Leg Flight?
When you book an empty leg flight through Silverhawk, you’re not booking a discounted, stripped-down experience. You’re getting the full Silverhawk private charter experience:
- Private terminal departure, no TSA lines, no gate crowds
- The same aircraft and crew as any standard charter
- Flexible baggage, significantly more than commercial airlines allow
- On-time performance, private jets don’t get bumped or delayed by other passengers
- Personalized service, from the moment you arrive at the FBO to wheels down at your destination
Safety You Can Trust
Flying private doesn’t mean compromising on safety. Our captains complete annual training at FlightSafety, widely considered the world’s premier aviation training provider, plus additional recurrent training every six months. Each course includes extensive classroom instruction, systems examinations, and full simulator evaluations.
Silverhawk holds a Gold Rating from ARG/US (Aviation Research Group/United States), placing us among a small group of elite charter operators worldwide. We’re also a member of the Air Charter Safety Foundation and a registered Wyvern operator, credentials that speak to our commitment to the highest safety standards in the industry.
How to Book an Empty Leg Flight
Empty leg flights move fast. Here’s how to stay ahead of the opportunity:
- Browse current empty leg availability at silverhawkaviation.com/empty-leg-flights/. The page is updated in real time as repositioning flights become available.
- Download the Silverhawk Aviation app (available on iOS and Android) for push notifications when new empty legs are posted near you.
- See a flight that works? Act fast. Call us at (531) 333-4040 or email charter@silverhawkaviation.com to confirm your booking. These flights are first-come, first-served.
The faster your response, the better your chances of locking in a great deal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Empty Leg Flights
Are empty leg flights safe? Yes. Empty leg flights operate with the same aircraft, crew, and safety standards as any standard charter flight. Silverhawk’s safety credentials, including a Gold ARG/US rating and FlightSafety-trained pilots, apply to every flight we operate.
Can I choose the departure time on an empty leg flight? No, the departure time is set by the aircraft’s repositioning schedule.
How far in advance are empty leg flights posted? It varies. Some empty legs are posted days in advance; others appear with just 24–48 hours’ notice. Downloading the Silverhawk app and enabling notifications is the best way to catch them early.
Is there a membership or jet card required to book an empty leg? No. Anyone can book an available empty leg flight through Silverhawk. That said, Silverhawk’s Jet Card program is worth exploring if you fly more frequently.
Ready to Fly Private for Less?
Empty leg flights are one of the best values in private aviation, but they don’t last long. Browse Silverhawk’s current available empty legs, download our app for real-time alerts, or call us at (531) 333-4040 to learn more.
Visit: silverhawkaviation.com/empty-leg-flights/
Call: (531) 333-4040
