AKX - Aktobe Airport
Aktyubinsk, Kazakhstan
IATA Code: AKX · Aktyubinsk, Kazakhstan
The airport code AKX is the IATA identifier for Aktobe Airport. You may also find it referred to as Aktyubinsk Airport (AKX).
Aktobe Airport (AKX) serves Aktyubinsk, Kazakhstan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
AKX is the IATA airport code for Aktobe Airport, located in Aktyubinsk, Kazakhstan. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.2458°N, 57.2067°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
- AKX
- City
- Aktyubinsk
- Country
- Kazakhstan
- Timezone
- Asia/Oral
- Latitude
- 50.2458°
- Longitude
- 57.2067°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from AKX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSW - Orsk | 134 km | $1,932 | $4/passenger |
| REN - Orenburg | 211 km | $3,043 | $6/passenger |
| MQF - Magnetiogorsk | 366 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 411 km | $5,927 | $12/passenger |
| UFA - Ufa | 488 km | $7,037 | $14/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 526 km | $7,585 | $15/passenger |
| KSN - Kostanay | 547 km | $7,888 | $16/passenger |
| UUA - Bugulma | 572 km | $8,248 | $16/passenger |
| KUF - Samara | 604 km | $8,710 | $17/passenger |
| CEK - Chelyabinsk | 632 km | $9,113 | $18/passenger |
| BXY - Baikonur | 681 km | $9,820 | $20/passenger |
| NBC - Nizhnekamsk | 683 km | $9,849 | $20/passenger |
| BWO - Balakovo | 685 km | $9,878 | $20/passenger |
| AYK - Arkalyk | 692 km | $9,979 | $20/passenger |
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 734 km | $10,584 | $21/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 756 km | $10,902 | $22/passenger |
| SVX - Yekaterinburg | 760 km | $10,959 | $22/passenger |
| IJK - Izhevsk | 772 km | $11,132 | $22/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 795 km | $11,464 | $23/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 798 km | $11,507 | $23/passenger |
| KRO - Kurgan | 800 km | $11,536 | $23/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 810 km | $11,680 | $23/passenger |
| DZN - Zhezkazgan | 818 km | $11,796 | $24/passenger |
| SCO - Aktau | 847 km | $12,214 | $24/passenger |
| PEE - Perm | 856 km | $12,344 | $25/passenger |
| KZO - Kzyl-Orda | 880 km | $12,690 | $25/passenger |
| NCU - Nukus | 882 km | $12,718 | $25/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 897 km | $12,935 | $26/passenger |
| KOV - Kokshetau | 917 km | $13,223 | $26/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 923 km | $13,310 | $27/passenger |
| SKX - Saransk | 923 km | $13,310 | $27/passenger |
| TJM - Tyumen | 937 km | $13,512 | $27/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 941 km | $13,569 | $27/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 944 km | $13,612 | $27/passenger |
| PPK - Petropavlosk | 952 km | $13,728 | $27/passenger |
| TAZ - Dasoguz | 965 km | $13,915 | $28/passenger |
| UGC - Urgench | 999 km | $14,406 | $29/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 1,008 km | $14,535 | $29/passenger |
| ESL - Elista | 1,043 km | $15,040 | $30/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 1,048 km | $15,112 | $30/passenger |
| MCX - Makhachkala | 1,101 km | $15,876 | $32/passenger |
| AFS - Zarafshan | 1,102 km | $15,891 | $32/passenger |
| GOJ - Nizhniy Novgorod | 1,111 km | $16,021 | $32/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 1,122 km | $16,179 | $32/passenger |
| VLK - | 1,139 km | $16,424 | $33/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 1,153 km | $16,626 | $33/passenger |
| KRW - Krasnovodsk | 1,179 km | $17,001 | $34/passenger |
| URJ - Uraj | 1,196 km | $17,246 | $34/passenger |
| IGT - Magas | 1,203 km | $17,347 | $35/passenger |
| OMS - Omsk | 1,204 km | $17,362 | $35/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your AKX 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 AKX
- 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 Aktyubinsk
Aktyubinsk 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 AKX
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, AKX 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 AKX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Aktobe Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from AKX
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to AKX are OSW, REN, MQF — consider these for potentially lower fares