ASI - RAF Ascension Island
Wide Awake, Saint Helena
IATA Code: ASI · Wide Awake, Saint Helena
The airport code ASI is the IATA identifier for RAF Ascension Island. You may also find it referred to as Wide Awake Airport (ASI).
RAF Ascension Island (ASI) serves Wide Awake, Saint Helena, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ASI is the IATA airport code for RAF Ascension Island, located in Wide Awake, Saint Helena. The airport is situated at coordinates 7.9696°S, 14.3937°W. 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
- ASI
- City
- Wide Awake
- Country
- Saint Helena
- Timezone
- Atlantic/St_Helena
- Latitude
- -7.9696°
- Longitude
- -14.3937°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ASI
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLE - Longwood | 1,301 km | $20,072 | $40/passenger |
| CPA - Greenville | 1,561 km | $24,083 | $48/passenger |
| MLW - Monrovia | 1,636 km | $25,240 | $50/passenger |
| ROB - Monrovia | 1,641 km | $25,317 | $51/passenger |
| SPY - San Pedro | 1,654 km | $25,518 | $51/passenger |
| BTE - Bonthe | 1,736 km | $26,783 | $54/passenger |
| GBK - Gbangbatok | 1,764 km | $27,215 | $54/passenger |
| KBS - Bo | 1,793 km | $27,662 | $55/passenger |
| KEN - Kenema | 1,799 km | $27,755 | $56/passenger |
| HGS - Freetown | 1,825 km | $28,156 | $56/passenger |
| FNA - Freetown | 1,849 km | $28,526 | $57/passenger |
| MJC - Man | 1,855 km | $28,619 | $57/passenger |
| DJO - Daloa | 1,862 km | $28,727 | $57/passenger |
| NZE - Nzerekore | 1,864 km | $28,758 | $58/passenger |
| ABJ - Abidjan | 1,874 km | $28,912 | $58/passenger |
| WYE - Yengema | 1,881 km | $29,020 | $58/passenger |
| ASK - Yamoussoukro | 1,933 km | $29,822 | $60/passenger |
| CKY - Conakry | 1,953 km | $30,131 | $60/passenger |
| KSI - Kissidougou | 1,963 km | $30,285 | $61/passenger |
| TKD - Takoradi | 2,001 km | $30,871 | $62/passenger |
| BYK - Bouake | 2,029 km | $31,303 | $63/passenger |
| FIG - Fira | 2,039 km | $31,458 | $63/passenger |
| FAA - Faranah | 2,042 km | $31,504 | $63/passenger |
| FEN - Fernando Do Noronha | 2,045 km | $31,550 | $63/passenger |
| KEO - Odienne | 2,084 km | $32,152 | $64/passenger |
| BQE - Bubaque | 2,148 km | $33,139 | $66/passenger |
| LEK - Labe | 2,158 km | $33,294 | $67/passenger |
| HGO - Korhogo | 2,164 km | $33,386 | $67/passenger |
| KMS - Kumasi | 2,164 km | $33,386 | $67/passenger |
| NYI - Sunyani | 2,167 km | $33,432 | $67/passenger |
| ACC - Accra | 2,184 km | $33,695 | $67/passenger |
| OXB - Bissau | 2,213 km | $34,142 | $68/passenger |
| GII - Siguiri | 2,234 km | $34,466 | $69/passenger |
| REC - Recife | 2,260 km | $34,867 | $70/passenger |
| JPA - Joao Pessoa | 2,267 km | $34,975 | $70/passenger |
| CSK - Cap Skiring | 2,279 km | $35,160 | $70/passenger |
| ZIG - Ziguinchor | 2,292 km | $35,361 | $71/passenger |
| KGG - Kedougou | 2,297 km | $35,438 | $71/passenger |
| KDA - Kolda | 2,321 km | $35,808 | $72/passenger |
| NAT - Natal | 2,329 km | $35,932 | $72/passenger |
| NBN - San Antonio de Pale | 2,334 km | $36,009 | $72/passenger |
| LFW - Lome | 2,341 km | $36,117 | $72/passenger |
| KSS - Sikasso | 2,352 km | $36,287 | $73/passenger |
| MCZ - Maceio | 2,358 km | $36,379 | $73/passenger |
| CPV - Campina Grande | 2,371 km | $36,580 | $73/passenger |
| CAU - Caruaru | 2,380 km | $36,719 | $73/passenger |
| BJL - Banjul | 2,382 km | $36,749 | $73/passenger |
| BKO - Bamako | 2,388 km | $36,842 | $74/passenger |
| BOY - Bobo-dioulasso | 2,401 km | $37,043 | $74/passenger |
| TUD - Tambacounda | 2,415 km | $37,259 | $75/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ASI 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 ASI
- 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 Wide Awake
Wide Awake has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ASI
ASI provides air connectivity for Wide Awake, Saint Helena. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via ASI
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at RAF Ascension Island
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ASI
- 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 ASI are HLE, CPA, MLW — consider these for potentially lower fares