ASF - Astrakhan Airport
Astrakhan, Russia
IATA Code: ASF · Astrakhan, Russia
The airport code ASF is the IATA identifier for Astrakhan Airport. You may also find it referred to as Astrakhan Airport (ASF).
Astrakhan Airport (ASF) serves Astrakhan, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ASF is the IATA airport code for Astrakhan Airport, located in Astrakhan, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.2833°N, 48.0063°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
- ASF
- City
- Astrakhan
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Samara
- Latitude
- 46.2833°
- Longitude
- 48.0063°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ASF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESL - Elista | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| SCO - Aktau | 362 km | $5,585 | $11/passenger |
| MCX - Makhachkala | 386 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 391 km | $6,032 | $12/passenger |
| IGT - Magas | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| OGZ - Beslan | 435 km | $6,711 | $13/passenger |
| MRV - Mineralnye Vody | 448 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| NAL - Nalchik | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| STW - Stavropol | 476 km | $7,344 | $15/passenger |
| VLK - | 476 km | $7,344 | $15/passenger |
| ZTU - Zaqatala | 536 km | $8,269 | $17/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 568 km | $8,763 | $18/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 600 km | $9,257 | $19/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 604 km | $9,319 | $19/passenger |
| GBB - Qabala | 607 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
| BWO - Balakovo | 620 km | $9,565 | $19/passenger |
| ROV - Rostov | 628 km | $9,689 | $19/passenger |
| KVD - Ganja | 631 km | $9,735 | $19/passenger |
| KUT - Kutaisi | 634 km | $9,781 | $20/passenger |
| ZXT - Baku | 663 km | $10,229 | $20/passenger |
| SUI - Sukhumi | 664 km | $10,244 | $20/passenger |
| GYD - Baku | 667 km | $10,290 | $21/passenger |
| VSG - Lugansk | 692 km | $10,676 | $21/passenger |
| KRR - Krasnodar | 700 km | $10,800 | $22/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 700 km | $10,800 | $22/passenger |
| TGK - Taganrog | 705 km | $10,877 | $22/passenger |
| AER - Sochi | 708 km | $10,923 | $22/passenger |
| BUS - Batumi | 730 km | $11,262 | $23/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 742 km | $11,448 | $23/passenger |
| PFQ - Parsabad | 743 km | $11,463 | $23/passenger |
| KSY - Kars | 748 km | $11,540 | $23/passenger |
| EIK - Eysk | 751 km | $11,586 | $23/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 777 km | $11,988 | $24/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 789 km | $12,173 | $24/passenger |
| DOK - Donetsk | 800 km | $12,342 | $25/passenger |
| KRW - Krasnovodsk | 801 km | $12,358 | $25/passenger |
| GDZ - Gelendzhik | 802 km | $12,373 | $25/passenger |
| AKX - Aktyubinsk | 810 km | $12,497 | $25/passenger |
| MPW - Mariupol International | 810 km | $12,497 | $25/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 816 km | $12,589 | $25/passenger |
| REN - Orenburg | 818 km | $12,620 | $25/passenger |
| KUF - Samara | 818 km | $12,620 | $25/passenger |
| KRQ - Kramatorsk | 824 km | $12,713 | $25/passenger |
| AAQ - Anapa | 840 km | $12,960 | $26/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 841 km | $12,975 | $26/passenger |
| LLK - Lankaran | 841 km | $12,975 | $26/passenger |
| ERD - Berdyansk | 861 km | $13,284 | $27/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 864 km | $13,330 | $27/passenger |
| TZX - Trabzon | 884 km | $13,638 | $27/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ASF 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 ASF
- 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 Astrakhan
Astrakhan 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 ASF
As a European airport, ASF 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 ASF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Astrakhan Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ASF
- 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 ASF are ESL, GUW, SCO — consider these for potentially lower fares