ARM - Armidale Airport
Armidale, Australia
IATA Code: ARM · Armidale, Australia
The airport code ARM is the IATA identifier for Armidale Airport. You may also find it referred to as Armidale Airport (ARM).
Armidale Airport (ARM) serves Armidale, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ARM is the IATA airport code for Armidale Airport, located in Armidale, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 30.5281°S, 151.6170°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ARM
- City
- Armidale
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Latitude
- -30.5281°
- Longitude
- 151.6170°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ARM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| IVR - Inverell | 84 km | $1,211 | $2/passenger |
| GLI - Glen Innes | 95 km | $1,370 | $3/passenger |
| TMW - Tamworth | 96 km | $1,384 | $3/passenger |
| KPS - | 126 km | $1,817 | $4/passenger |
| GUH - | 139 km | $2,004 | $4/passenger |
| CFS - Coff'''s Harbour | 146 km | $2,105 | $4/passenger |
| PQQ - Port Macquarie | 156 km | $2,250 | $5/passenger |
| GFN - Grafton | 161 km | $2,322 | $5/passenger |
| NAA - Narrabri | 173 km | $2,495 | $5/passenger |
| TRO - Taree | 174 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| NSO - Scone | 184 km | $2,653 | $5/passenger |
| MRZ - Moree | 205 km | $2,956 | $6/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 241 km | $3,475 | $7/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 242 km | $3,490 | $7/passenger |
| LSY - Lismore | 247 km | $3,562 | $7/passenger |
| NTL - Newcastle | 253 km | $3,648 | $7/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 253 km | $3,648 | $7/passenger |
| GOO - Goondiwindi | 256 km | $3,692 | $7/passenger |
| BNK - Ballina Byron Bay | 266 km | $3,836 | $8/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 282 km | $4,066 | $8/passenger |
| DGE - Mudgee | 295 km | $4,254 | $9/passenger |
| CNB - Coonamble | 314 km | $4,528 | $9/passenger |
| OOL - Coolangatta | 320 km | $4,614 | $9/passenger |
| WTB - Toowoomba | 331 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| TWB - Toowoomba | 333 km | $4,802 | $10/passenger |
| WGE - Walgett | 340 km | $4,903 | $10/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 344 km | $4,960 | $10/passenger |
| OKY - Oakey | 347 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 351 km | $5,061 | $10/passenger |
| ACF - Brisbane | 356 km | $5,134 | $10/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 370 km | $5,335 | $11/passenger |
| LHG - Lightning Ridge | 370 km | $5,335 | $11/passenger |
| QRM - | 373 km | $5,379 | $11/passenger |
| BNE - Brisbane | 379 km | $5,465 | $11/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 382 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 382 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| QRR - | 387 km | $5,581 | $11/passenger |
| DRN - | 393 km | $5,667 | $11/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 394 km | $5,681 | $11/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 400 km | $5,768 | $12/passenger |
| SGO - St George | 402 km | $5,797 | $12/passenger |
| CCL - Chinchilla | 429 km | $6,186 | $12/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 431 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
| KGY - | 439 km | $6,330 | $13/passenger |
| CUD - Caloundra | 439 km | $6,330 | $13/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 455 km | $6,561 | $13/passenger |
| MCY - Maroochydore | 460 km | $6,633 | $13/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 463 km | $6,676 | $13/passenger |
| BWQ - | 465 km | $6,705 | $13/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 469 km | $6,763 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ARM 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 Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/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 ARM
- 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 Armidale
Armidale 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 ARM
Located in the Oceania region, ARM serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via ARM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Armidale Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ARM
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ARM are IVR, GLI, TMW — consider these for potentially lower fares