ARW - Arad International Airport
Arad, Romania
IATA Code: ARW · Arad, Romania
The airport code ARW is the IATA identifier for Arad International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Arad Airport (ARW).
Arad International Airport (ARW) serves Arad, Romania, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ARW is the IATA airport code for Arad International Airport, located in Arad, Romania. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.1766°N, 21.2620°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ARW
- City
- Arad
- Country
- Romania
- Timezone
- Europe/Bucharest
- Latitude
- 46.1766°
- Longitude
- 21.2620°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ARW
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSR - Timisoara | 41 km | $633 | $1/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| QND - Novi Sad | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| BJY - Batajnica | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| BEG - Belgrade | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| OSI - Osijek | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| BUD - Budapest | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| SBZ - Sibiu | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| PEV - Pécs-Pogány | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| TGM - Tirgu Mures | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| TZR - Columbus | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| TZL - Null | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| KSC - Kosice | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| CRA - Craiova | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| SLD - Sliac | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| INI - Nis | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| SOB - Sármellék | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| TAT - Poprad | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| BNX - Banja Luka | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| SJJ - Sarajevo | 349 km | $5,384 | $11/passenger |
| PZY - Piestany | 375 km | $5,786 | $12/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| ILZ - Žilina | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| IFO - Ivano-Frankivsk | 396 km | $6,109 | $12/passenger |
| PRN - Pristina | 401 km | $6,187 | $12/passenger |
| ZAG - Zagreb | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 415 km | $6,403 | $13/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 417 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| OMO - Mostar | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 421 km | $6,495 | $13/passenger |
| SCV - Suceava | 421 km | $6,495 | $13/passenger |
| SOF - Sofia | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| CWC - Chernovtsk | 425 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| MBX - Maribor | 429 km | $6,619 | $13/passenger |
| BCM - Bacau | 435 km | $6,711 | $13/passenger |
| RZE - Rzeszow | 441 km | $6,804 | $14/passenger |
| KRK - Krakow | 447 km | $6,896 | $14/passenger |
| LWO - Lvov | 451 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 454 km | $7,004 | $14/passenger |
| TGD - Podgorica | 454 km | $7,004 | $14/passenger |
| OSR - Ostrava | 456 km | $7,035 | $14/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| TIV - Tivat | 465 km | $7,174 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ARW 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 Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/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 ARW
- 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 Arad
Arad 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 ARW
As a European airport, ARW falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via ARW
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Arad International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ARW
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ARW are TSR, OMR, CSB — consider these for potentially lower fares