ARA - Acadiana Regional Airport

Louisiana, United States

IATA Code: ARA · Louisiana, United States

The airport code ARA is the IATA identifier for Acadiana Regional Airport. You may also find it referred to as Louisiana Airport (ARA).

Acadiana Regional Airport (ARA) serves Louisiana, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

ARA is the IATA airport code for Acadiana Regional Airport, located in Louisiana, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 30.0378°N, 91.8839°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
ARA
City
Louisiana
Country
United States
Timezone
America/Chicago
Latitude
30.0378°
Longitude
-91.8839°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ARA

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
LFT - Lafayette 21 km $306 $1/passenger
BTR - Baton Rouge 89 km $1,298 $3/passenger
LCH - Lake Charles 129 km $1,882 $4/passenger
ESF - Alexandria 156 km $2,276 $5/passenger
AEX - Alexandria 157 km $2,290 $5/passenger
MSY - New Orleans 157 km $2,290 $5/passenger
DRI - Deridder 165 km $2,407 $5/passenger
POE - Fort Polk 168 km $2,451 $5/passenger
NEW - New Orleans 179 km $2,611 $5/passenger
NBG - New Orleans 180 km $2,626 $5/passenger
MCB - Mc Comb 185 km $2,699 $5/passenger
BPT - Beaumont 206 km $3,005 $6/passenger
BMT - Beaumont 224 km $3,268 $7/passenger
JAS - Jasper 227 km $3,311 $7/passenger
GPT - Gulfport 273 km $3,983 $8/passenger
MLU - Monroe 275 km $4,012 $8/passenger
HBG - Hattiesburg 286 km $4,172 $8/passenger
BIX - Biloxi 287 km $4,187 $8/passenger
PIB - Hattiesburg/Laurel 291 km $4,245 $8/passenger
GLS - Galveston 300 km $4,376 $9/passenger
LFK - Lufkin 305 km $4,449 $9/passenger
JAN - Jackson 306 km $4,464 $9/passenger
EFD - Houston 320 km $4,668 $9/passenger
BAD - Shreveport 322 km $4,697 $9/passenger
SHV - Shreveport 325 km $4,741 $9/passenger
HOU - Houston 330 km $4,814 $10/passenger
DTN - Shreveport 330 km $4,814 $10/passenger
IAH - Houston 333 km $4,858 $10/passenger
CXO - Conroe 341 km $4,975 $10/passenger
DWH - Houston 353 km $5,150 $10/passenger
MOB - Mobile 357 km $5,208 $10/passenger
AAP - Houston 359 km $5,237 $10/passenger
LJN - Angleton 361 km $5,266 $11/passenger
HTV - Huntsville 364 km $5,310 $11/passenger
ELD - El Dorado 365 km $5,325 $11/passenger
IWS - Houston 366 km $5,339 $11/passenger
SGR - Sugar Land 367 km $5,354 $11/passenger
BFM - Mobile 372 km $5,427 $11/passenger
GGG - Longview 375 km $5,471 $11/passenger
MEI - Meridian 392 km $5,718 $11/passenger
GLH - Greenville 392 km $5,718 $11/passenger
BBC - Bay City 403 km $5,879 $12/passenger
GUF - Gulf Shores 406 km $5,923 $12/passenger
GWO - Greenwood 420 km $6,127 $12/passenger
TYR - Tyler 422 km $6,156 $12/passenger
TXK - Texarkana 429 km $6,258 $13/passenger
CFD - Bryan 433 km $6,317 $13/passenger
CLL - College Station 434 km $6,331 $13/passenger
NPA - Pensacola 440 km $6,419 $13/passenger
PSX - Palacios 447 km $6,521 $13/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ARA 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.

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Climate & Weather at Louisiana

Louisiana 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 ARA

Traveling through Louisiana 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 ARA

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