AFZ - Sabzevar National Airport
Sabzevar, Iran
IATA Code: AFZ · Sabzevar, Iran
The airport code AFZ is the IATA identifier for Sabzevar National Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sabzevar Airport (AFZ).
Sabzevar National Airport (AFZ) serves Sabzevar, Iran, in the Middle East fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
AFZ is the IATA airport code for Sabzevar National Airport, located in Sabzevar, Iran. The airport is situated at coordinates 36.1681°N, 57.5952°E. The current jet fuel price in the Middle East region is $4.90/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Middle East)
$4.90/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- AFZ
- City
- Sabzevar
- Country
- Iran
- Timezone
- Asia/Tehran
- Latitude
- 36.1681°
- Longitude
- 57.5952°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Middle East
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from AFZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJB - Bojnourd | 150 km | $2,058 | $4/passenger |
| MHD - Mashhad | 184 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| ASB - Ashkhabad | 213 km | $2,922 | $6/passenger |
| RUD - Emam Shahr | 225 km | $3,087 | $6/passenger |
| KLM - Kalaleh | 234 km | $3,210 | $6/passenger |
| TCX - Tabas | 285 km | $3,910 | $8/passenger |
| GBT - Gorgan | 297 km | $4,075 | $8/passenger |
| CKT - Sarakhs | 313 km | $4,294 | $9/passenger |
| XBJ - Birjand | 394 km | $5,406 | $11/passenger |
| SRY - Dasht-e-naz | 397 km | $5,447 | $11/passenger |
| MYP - Mary | 415 km | $5,694 | $11/passenger |
| HEA - Herat | 474 km | $6,503 | $13/passenger |
| OAH - Shindand | 526 km | $7,217 | $14/passenger |
| NSH - Noshahr | 551 km | $7,560 | $15/passenger |
| AZD - Yazd | 564 km | $7,738 | $15/passenger |
| THR - Teheran | 568 km | $7,793 | $16/passenger |
| IKA - Tehran | 587 km | $8,054 | $16/passenger |
| KRW - Krasnovodsk | 590 km | $8,095 | $16/passenger |
| FAH - Farah | 597 km | $8,191 | $16/passenger |
| KKS - Kashan | 603 km | $8,273 | $17/passenger |
| PYK - Karaj | 611 km | $8,383 | $17/passenger |
| CRZ - Chardzhou | 621 km | $8,520 | $17/passenger |
| RZR - Ramsar | 623 km | $8,548 | $17/passenger |
| MMZ - Maimama | 645 km | $8,849 | $18/passenger |
| IFN - Esfahan | 648 km | $8,891 | $18/passenger |
| TAZ - Dasoguz | 651 km | $8,932 | $18/passenger |
| UGC - Urgench | 657 km | $9,014 | $18/passenger |
| KER - Kerman | 658 km | $9,028 | $18/passenger |
| IFH - Daran | 659 km | $9,041 | $18/passenger |
| RJN - Rafsanjan | 668 km | $9,165 | $18/passenger |
| ACZ - Zabol | 672 km | $9,220 | $18/passenger |
| GZW - Ghazvin | 677 km | $9,288 | $19/passenger |
| ZAJ - Zaranj | 700 km | $9,604 | $19/passenger |
| CCN - Chaghcharan | 719 km | $9,865 | $20/passenger |
| RAS - Rasht | 722 km | $9,906 | $20/passenger |
| NCU - Nukus | 724 km | $9,933 | $20/passenger |
| BHK - Bukhara | 725 km | $9,947 | $20/passenger |
| AJK - Arak | 739 km | $10,139 | $20/passenger |
| CQD - Shahre Kord | 755 km | $10,359 | $21/passenger |
| SYJ - Sirjan | 757 km | $10,386 | $21/passenger |
| OAZ - Camp Bastion | 776 km | $10,647 | $21/passenger |
| BXR - Bam | 792 km | $10,866 | $22/passenger |
| KSQ - Khanabad | 792 km | $10,866 | $22/passenger |
| NVI - Navoi | 794 km | $10,894 | $22/passenger |
| ZAH - Zahedan | 806 km | $11,058 | $22/passenger |
| BST - Lashkar Gah | 808 km | $11,086 | $22/passenger |
| GYD - Baku | 813 km | $11,154 | $22/passenger |
| ZXT - Baku | 820 km | $11,250 | $23/passenger |
| LLK - Lankaran | 826 km | $11,333 | $23/passenger |
| JYR - Jiroft | 827 km | $11,346 | $23/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your AFZ 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 Middle East region has jet fuel priced at $4.90/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 AFZ
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Sabzevar
Sabzevar 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 AFZ
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, AFZ 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.
Planning Your Trip via AFZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sabzevar National Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from AFZ
- Fuel impact awareness: The Middle East region currently prices jet fuel at $4.90/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to AFZ are BJB, MHD, ASB — consider these for potentially lower fares