ALJ - Alexander Bay Airport
Alexander Bay, South Africa
IATA Code: ALJ · Alexander Bay, South Africa
The airport code ALJ is the IATA identifier for Alexander Bay Airport. You may also find it referred to as Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ).
Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) serves Alexander Bay, South Africa, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ALJ is the IATA airport code for Alexander Bay Airport, located in Alexander Bay, South Africa. The airport is situated at coordinates 28.5750°S, 16.5333°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ALJ
- City
- Alexander Bay
- Country
- South Africa
- Timezone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Latitude
- -28.5750°
- Longitude
- 16.5333°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ALJ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OMD - Oranjemund | 9 km | $140 | $0/passenger |
| KLZ - Kleinsee | 135 km | $2,102 | $4/passenger |
| SBU - Springbok | 184 km | $2,865 | $6/passenger |
| AGZ - Aggeneys | 235 km | $3,658 | $7/passenger |
| LUD - Luderitz | 245 km | $3,814 | $8/passenger |
| KMP - Keetmanshoop | 275 km | $4,281 | $9/passenger |
| VRE - Vredendal | 392 km | $6,103 | $12/passenger |
| UTN - Upington | 462 km | $7,192 | $14/passenger |
| SDB - Langebaanweg | 513 km | $7,986 | $16/passenger |
| CPT - Cape Town | 631 km | $9,823 | $20/passenger |
| SIS - Sishen | 642 km | $9,995 | $20/passenger |
| WVB - Walvis Bay | 650 km | $10,119 | $20/passenger |
| ROD - Robertson | 665 km | $10,353 | $21/passenger |
| ERS - Windhoek | 665 km | $10,353 | $21/passenger |
| LMR - Lime Acres | 675 km | $10,508 | $21/passenger |
| WDH - Windhoek | 684 km | $10,649 | $21/passenger |
| KMH - Kuruman | 686 km | $10,680 | $21/passenger |
| SWP - Swakopmund | 686 km | $10,680 | $21/passenger |
| ADI - Arandis | 697 km | $10,851 | $22/passenger |
| OVG - Overberg | 752 km | $11,707 | $23/passenger |
| OUH - Oudtshoorn | 776 km | $12,081 | $24/passenger |
| KIM - Kimberley | 803 km | $12,501 | $25/passenger |
| GRJ - George | 820 km | $12,766 | $26/passenger |
| VRU - Vryburg | 825 km | $12,844 | $26/passenger |
| PBZ - Plettenberg Bay | 890 km | $13,856 | $28/passenger |
| OTJ - Otjiwarongo | 905 km | $14,089 | $28/passenger |
| JWA - Jwaneng | 923 km | $14,369 | $29/passenger |
| GNZ - Ghanzi | 923 km | $14,369 | $29/passenger |
| MBD - Mafeking | 943 km | $14,681 | $29/passenger |
| BFN - Bloemfontein | 953 km | $14,836 | $30/passenger |
| GFY - Grootfontein | 1,011 km | $15,739 | $31/passenger |
| KXE - Klerksdorp | 1,020 km | $15,879 | $32/passenger |
| GBE - Gaberone | 1,034 km | $16,097 | $32/passenger |
| TSB - Tsumeb | 1,043 km | $16,237 | $32/passenger |
| OKF - Okaukuejo | 1,050 km | $16,346 | $33/passenger |
| PLZ - Port Elizabeth | 1,051 km | $16,362 | $33/passenger |
| PCF - Potchefstroom | 1,060 km | $16,502 | $33/passenger |
| UTW - Queenstown | 1,061 km | $16,518 | $33/passenger |
| MSU - Maseru | 1,076 km | $16,751 | $34/passenger |
| OKU - Mokuti Lodge | 1,087 km | $16,922 | $34/passenger |
| FCB - Ficksburg | 1,109 km | $17,265 | $35/passenger |
| NTY - Pilanesberg | 1,114 km | $17,343 | $35/passenger |
| BIY - Bisho | 1,133 km | $17,639 | $35/passenger |
| HLA - Johannesburg | 1,163 km | $18,106 | $36/passenger |
| QRA - Johannesburg | 1,175 km | $18,292 | $37/passenger |
| GCJ - Johannesburg | 1,182 km | $18,401 | $37/passenger |
| MUB - Maun | 1,184 km | $18,433 | $37/passenger |
| ELS - East London | 1,186 km | $18,464 | $37/passenger |
| JNB - Johannesburg | 1,187 km | $18,479 | $37/passenger |
| OND - Ondangwa | 1,191 km | $18,541 | $37/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ALJ 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 ALJ
- 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 Alexander Bay
Alexander Bay enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ALJ
ALJ operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via ALJ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Alexander Bay Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ALJ
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ALJ are OMD, KLZ, SBU — consider these for potentially lower fares