APN - Alpena County Regional Airport
Alpena, United States
IATA Code: APN · Alpena, United States
The airport code APN is the IATA identifier for Alpena County Regional Airport. You may also find it referred to as Alpena Airport (APN).
Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) serves Alpena, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
APN is the IATA airport code for Alpena County Regional Airport, located in Alpena, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.0781°N, 83.5603°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
- APN
- City
- Alpena
- Country
- United States
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Latitude
- 45.0781°
- Longitude
- -83.5603°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from APN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSC - Oscoda | 71 km | $1,036 | $2/passenger |
| ECA - East Tawas | 86 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| GLR - GAYLORD | 90 km | $1,313 | $3/passenger |
| DRE - Drummond Island | 105 km | $1,532 | $3/passenger |
| PLN - Pellston | 111 km | $1,619 | $3/passenger |
| YZE - Gore Bay | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| HTL - Houghton Lake | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| GDW - Gladwin | 143 km | $2,086 | $4/passenger |
| CIU - Sault Ste Marie | 148 km | $2,159 | $4/passenger |
| YEM - Manitowaning | 158 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| YEL - ELLIOT LAKE | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| TVC - Traverse City | 164 km | $2,392 | $5/passenger |
| YAM - Sault Sainte Marie | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| MBS - Saginaw | 177 km | $2,582 | $5/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 197 km | $2,874 | $6/passenger |
| AMN - Kamloops | 215 km | $3,136 | $6/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| MBL - Manistee | 231 km | $3,370 | $7/passenger |
| FNT - Flint | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YZR - Sarnia | 252 km | $3,676 | $7/passenger |
| PHN - Port Huron | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| LDM - Ludington | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| YCE - Centralia | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| LAN - Lansing | 269 km | $3,924 | $8/passenger |
| PTK - Pontiac | 269 km | $3,924 | $8/passenger |
| YSB - Sudbury | 274 km | $3,997 | $8/passenger |
| MTC - Mount Clemens | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| ESC - Escanaba | 285 km | $4,158 | $8/passenger |
| GRR - Grand Rapids | 290 km | $4,231 | $8/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| YXU - London | 298 km | $4,347 | $9/passenger |
| DET - Detroit | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| MKG - Muskegon | 301 km | $4,391 | $9/passenger |
| YLD - Chapleau | 305 km | $4,449 | $9/passenger |
| YKF - Waterloo | 311 km | $4,537 | $9/passenger |
| YQG - Windsor | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| YIP - Detroit | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| ARB - Ann Arbor | 318 km | $4,639 | $9/passenger |
| DTW - Detroit | 319 km | $4,654 | $9/passenger |
| MNM - Macon | 320 km | $4,668 | $9/passenger |
| JXN - Jackson | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 323 km | $4,712 | $9/passenger |
| YQS - St Thomas | 323 km | $4,712 | $9/passenger |
| MQT - Gwinn | 330 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| YQA - Muskoka | 335 km | $4,887 | $10/passenger |
| YXZ - Wawa | 335 km | $4,887 | $10/passenger |
| BTL - Battle Creek | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
| YYZ - Toronto | 349 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| YYB - North Bay | 352 km | $5,135 | $10/passenger |
| AZO - Kalamazoo | 354 km | $5,164 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your APN 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 APN
- 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 Alpena
Alpena 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 APN
Traveling through Alpena in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
🇺🇳 United States Travel Tips
Within the United States, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry can significantly reduce security wait times. Domestic flights require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport starting in 2025. Jet fuel prices in North America tend to be among the most competitive globally, though they remain sensitive to Gulf of Mexico refining capacity.
Planning Your Trip via APN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Alpena County Regional Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from APN
- 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 APN are OSC, ECA, GLR — consider these for potentially lower fares