AAT - Altay Air Base

Altay, China

IATA Code: AAT · Altay, China

The airport code AAT is the IATA identifier for Altay Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Altay Airport (AAT).

Altay Air Base (AAT) serves Altay, China, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

AAT is the IATA airport code for Altay Air Base, located in Altay, China. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.7499°N, 88.0858°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)

$5.15/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
AAT
City
Altay
Country
China
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Latitude
47.7499°
Longitude
88.0858°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Asia Pacific

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from AAT

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
KJI - Burqin 97 km $1,399 $3/passenger
FYN - Fuyun 150 km $2,163 $4/passenger
ULG - Olgii 194 km $2,797 $6/passenger
HVD - Khovd 265 km $3,821 $8/passenger
KRY - Karamay 349 km $5,033 $10/passenger
TCG - Tacheng 378 km $5,451 $11/passenger
ULO - Ulaangom 382 km $5,508 $11/passenger
URC - Urumqi 430 km $6,201 $12/passenger
UKK - Ust Kamenogorsk 481 km $6,936 $14/passenger
UZR - Urzhar 488 km $7,037 $14/passenger
RGK - Gorno-Altaysk 496 km $7,152 $14/passenger
TLQ - Turpan 531 km $7,657 $15/passenger
BPL - Bole 546 km $7,873 $16/passenger
SXJ - Shanshan 564 km $8,133 $16/passenger
NLT - Xinyuan 604 km $8,710 $17/passenger
KYZ - Kyzyl 629 km $9,070 $18/passenger
ULZ - Uliastai 631 km $9,099 $18/passenger
LTI - Altai 635 km $9,157 $18/passenger
PLX - Semiplatinsk 641 km $9,243 $18/passenger
YIN - Yining 672 km $9,690 $19/passenger
NOZ - Novokuznetsk 679 km $9,791 $20/passenger
KRL - Korla 690 km $9,950 $20/passenger
HMI - Hami 699 km $10,080 $20/passenger
BAX - Barnaul 702 km $10,123 $20/passenger
ABA - Abakan 705 km $10,166 $20/passenger
KCA - Kuqa 790 km $11,392 $23/passenger
KEJ - Kemorovo 847 km $12,214 $24/passenger
OVB - Novosibirsk 891 km $12,848 $26/passenger
MXV - Muren 906 km $13,065 $26/passenger
PWQ - Pavlodar 928 km $13,382 $27/passenger
AKU - Aksu 949 km $13,685 $27/passenger
ACS - Achinsk 962 km $13,872 $28/passenger
BYN - Bayankhongor 973 km $14,031 $28/passenger
TOF - Tomsk 979 km $14,117 $28/passenger
KJA - Krasnoyarsk 984 km $14,189 $28/passenger
ALA - Alma-ata 988 km $14,247 $28/passenger
BXH - Balkhash 989 km $14,261 $29/passenger
DNH - Dunhuang 1,000 km $14,420 $29/passenger
EKB - Ekibastuz 1,018 km $14,680 $29/passenger
IKU - Tamchy 1,059 km $15,271 $31/passenger
IQM - Qiemo 1,079 km $15,559 $31/passenger
HTT - Mengnai 1,085 km $15,646 $31/passenger
KGF - Karaganda 1,101 km $15,876 $32/passenger
AVK - Arvaikheer 1,127 km $16,251 $33/passenger
UGA - Bulgan 1,143 km $16,482 $33/passenger
FRU - Bishkek 1,181 km $17,030 $34/passenger
EJN - Ejin Banner 1,198 km $17,275 $35/passenger
JGN - Jiayuguan 1,201 km $17,318 $35/passenger
EIE - Yeniseysk 1,222 km $17,621 $35/passenger
TSE - Tselinograd 1,254 km $18,083 $36/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your AAT Flights

Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.

Currently, the Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.

Tips to Save on Flights from AAT

Climate & Weather at Altay

Altay experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through AAT

Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, AAT is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.

🇺🇳 China Travel Tips

Chinese airports require valid visas for most foreign nationals, though transit without visa (TWOV) programs exist at select airports for stays under 72-144 hours. High-speed rail (HSR) connections are available at many major airports.

Planning Your Trip via AAT

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