ARC - Arctic Village Airport
Arctic Village, United States
IATA Code: ARC · Arctic Village, United States
The airport code ARC is the IATA identifier for Arctic Village Airport. You may also find it referred to as Arctic Village Airport (ARC).
Arctic Village Airport (ARC) serves Arctic Village, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ARC is the IATA airport code for Arctic Village Airport, located in Arctic Village, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 68.1147°N, 145.5790°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
- ARC
- City
- Arctic Village
- Country
- United States
- Timezone
- America/Anchorage
- Latitude
- 68.1147°
- Longitude
- -145.5790°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ARC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEE - Venetie | 127 km | $1,853 | $4/passenger |
| FYU - Fort Yukon | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| CIK - Chalkyitsik | 181 km | $2,640 | $5/passenger |
| WBQ - Beaver | 210 km | $3,063 | $6/passenger |
| BTI - Barter Island | 238 km | $3,472 | $7/passenger |
| YOC - Old Crow | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| AKP - Anaktuvuk Pass | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| SCC - Deadhorse | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| PPC - Prospect Creek | 260 km | $3,793 | $8/passenger |
| IRC - Circle | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| CEM - Central | 285 km | $4,158 | $8/passenger |
| BTT - Bettles | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| UUK - Kuparuk | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| NUI - Nuiqsut | 317 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| AET - Allakaket | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| FBK - Fort Wainwright | 375 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| FAI - Fairbanks | 381 km | $5,558 | $11/passenger |
| EIL - Fairbanks | 389 km | $5,675 | $11/passenger |
| MLY - Manley Hot Springs | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| EAA - Eagle | 420 km | $6,127 | $12/passenger |
| UTO - Indian Mountains | 423 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| ENN - Nenana | 426 km | $6,214 | $12/passenger |
| LAK - Aklavik | 437 km | $6,375 | $13/passenger |
| HUS - Hughes | 441 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| ZFM - Fort Mcpherson | 457 km | $6,667 | $13/passenger |
| BIG - Delta Junction | 458 km | $6,681 | $13/passenger |
| YEV - Inuvik | 499 km | $7,279 | $15/passenger |
| OBU - Kobuk | 499 km | $7,279 | $15/passenger |
| MCL - McKinley Park | 510 km | $7,440 | $15/passenger |
| SHG - Shungnak | 511 km | $7,454 | $15/passenger |
| YUB - Tuktoyaktuk | 525 km | $7,659 | $15/passenger |
| ABL - Ambler | 531 km | $7,746 | $15/passenger |
| ATK - Atqasuk | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| YDA - Dawson | 538 km | $7,848 | $16/passenger |
| HSL - Huslia | 540 km | $7,878 | $16/passenger |
| TKJ - Tok | 545 km | $7,950 | $16/passenger |
| BRW - Barrow | 556 km | $8,111 | $16/passenger |
| LMA - Lake Minchumina | 559 km | $8,155 | $16/passenger |
| RBY - Ruby | 578 km | $8,432 | $17/passenger |
| ORT - Northway | 597 km | $8,709 | $17/passenger |
| GAL - Galena | 628 km | $9,161 | $18/passenger |
| AIN - Wainwright | 628 km | $9,161 | $18/passenger |
| WLK - Selawik | 638 km | $9,307 | $19/passenger |
| IAN - Kiana | 642 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
| KYU - Koyukuk | 646 km | $9,424 | $19/passenger |
| GKN - Gulkana | 663 km | $9,672 | $19/passenger |
| YMA - Mayo | 666 km | $9,716 | $19/passenger |
| NUL - Nulato | 669 km | $9,759 | $20/passenger |
| YXQ - Beaver Creek | 671 km | $9,789 | $20/passenger |
| ORV - Noorvik | 672 km | $9,803 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ARC 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 ARC
- 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 Arctic Village
Arctic Village has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ARC
Traveling through Arctic Village 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 ARC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Arctic Village Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ARC
- 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 ARC are VEE, FYU, CIK — consider these for potentially lower fares