API - Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base
Apiay, Colombia
IATA Code: API · Apiay, Colombia
The airport code API is the IATA identifier for Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Apiay Airport (API).
Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) serves Apiay, Colombia, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
API is the IATA airport code for Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base, located in Apiay, Colombia. The airport is situated at coordinates 4.0761°N, 73.5627°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- API
- City
- Apiay
- Country
- Colombia
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 4.0761°
- Longitude
- -73.5627°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from API
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VVC - Villavicencio | 12 km | $175 | $0/passenger |
| BOG - Bogota | 95 km | $1,386 | $3/passenger |
| GIR - Girardot | 139 km | $2,028 | $4/passenger |
| IBE - Ibague | 178 km | $2,597 | $5/passenger |
| EYP - Yopal | 190 km | $2,772 | $6/passenger |
| MQU - Mariquita | 193 km | $2,815 | $6/passenger |
| SJE - San Jose Del Guaviare | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| PAL - La Dorada | 198 km | $2,888 | $6/passenger |
| NVA - Neiva | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| MZL - Manizales | 236 km | $3,443 | $7/passenger |
| AXM - Armenia | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| SVI - San Vincente De Caguan | 252 km | $3,676 | $7/passenger |
| PEI - Pereira | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| PZA - Paz De Ariporo | 273 km | $3,983 | $8/passenger |
| CRC - Cartago | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| ULQ - Tulua | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| MDE - Rio Negro | 310 km | $4,522 | $9/passenger |
| CLO - Cali | 318 km | $4,639 | $9/passenger |
| EOH - Medellin | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| EJA - Barrancabermeja | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| TME - Tame | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| BGA - Bucaramanga | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| OTU - Otu | 350 km | $5,106 | $10/passenger |
| FLA - Florencia | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| COG - Condoto | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| RVE - Saravena | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| PTX - Pitalito | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| BUN - Buenaventura | 381 km | $5,558 | $11/passenger |
| PPN - Popayan | 383 km | $5,587 | $11/passenger |
| UIB - Quibdo | 385 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| TQS - Tres Esquinas | 414 km | $6,039 | $12/passenger |
| EBG - El Bagre | 415 km | $6,054 | $12/passenger |
| STD - Santo Domingo | 423 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| SVZ - San Antonio | 437 km | $6,375 | $13/passenger |
| SCI - San Cristobal | 441 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| CUC - Cucuta | 444 km | $6,477 | $13/passenger |
| NQU - Nuquí | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
| AUC - Arauca | 457 km | $6,667 | $13/passenger |
| GDO - Guasdualito | 465 km | $6,783 | $14/passenger |
| CAQ - Caucasia | 469 km | $6,842 | $14/passenger |
| OCV - Ocana | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| VGZ - Villa Garzon | 483 km | $7,046 | $14/passenger |
| LFR - La Fria | 484 km | $7,061 | $14/passenger |
| MVP - Mitu | 485 km | $7,075 | $14/passenger |
| BSC - Bahia Solano | 486 km | $7,090 | $14/passenger |
| SBB - Santa Barbara | 492 km | $7,177 | $14/passenger |
| LQM - Puerto Leguízamo | 492 km | $7,177 | $14/passenger |
| GPI - Guapi | 510 km | $7,440 | $15/passenger |
| PSO - Pasto | 510 km | $7,440 | $15/passenger |
| PUU - Puerto Asis | 514 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your API 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 API
- 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 Apiay
Apiay has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through API
API provides air connectivity for Apiay, Colombia. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via API
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from API
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to API are VVC, BOG, GIR — consider these for potentially lower fares