Empty Legs in Africa, Find an Option for Your Journey

Consider an empty leg for your African journey

For a trip between Africa and Europe, or between two African cities, an empty leg may be an option to examine. IBC Aviation’s Nice office can look for offers that match your request, subject to availability. Share your route and travel dates to find out what is possible.

Unlike a charter arranged around your own schedule, an empty leg follows a flight already planned. The destination, departure time and aircraft depend on the individual offer. Our empty leg guide explains how these flights work.

Share a travel window

For example, if you are planning a trip between Abidjan and Paris, tell us your earliest and latest possible departure dates and when you need to arrive. A wider window helps our team assess whether an offer matches your plans; it does not mean a flight will be available on that route.

If a meeting fixes your arrival time, you can also request an on-demand charter proposal. You can compare the written conditions before choosing the arrangement that suits your schedule. Our Paris-Abidjan flight guide covers this on-demand route.

Check the airport, cabin and luggage

Airports serving the same city may involve different ground transfers. Share the address of your meeting or accommodation so we can consider the airport named in an offer. Our Abidjan airport page provides an introduction to this gateway.

Seats and luggage space are checked against the aircraft in the offer. Let us know about oversized bags, individual passenger needs and any pets before confirming the flight.

Arrange your return separately

An empty leg offer covers one specific flight. A return flight is not automatically included. If you need to return on a particular date, tell us when you enquire so that we can assess a separate proposal according to the options available.

Before accepting, review the change and cancellation terms, included services and potential consequences of a schedule change with your contact. These conditions belong to the individual offer.

Ask IBC Aviation to assess your trip

Our Nice team needs your cities, travel window, passenger numbers and luggage details. Let us know whether you want to consider only an empty leg or compare it with an on-demand charter. Request a search for your route.

Price and conditions are set out in the offer actually presented. Neither a fare nor availability can be guaranteed in advance. Share your travel plans with our team so we can assess your options.

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Frequently asked questions

Is an empty leg always available on my route in Africa?

No. The options depend on repositioning flights offered at the time of your search. Share your cities and departure window so we can examine available offers.

Does an empty leg include the return journey?

An offer generally covers one journey. If you need a return, our team can assess a separate arrangement according to your dates and the options available.

How much does an empty leg to or from Africa cost?

The fare depends on the offer, itinerary, aircraft and associated conditions. It is provided in the proposal that matches your request.

How long does the journey take?

The duration depends on the airports and aircraft offered. It is stated in the proposal for your journey, separately from the time needed for transfers and formalities.