AVR - Alverca Air Base
Alverca, Portugal
IATA Code: AVR · Alverca, Portugal
The airport code AVR is the IATA identifier for Alverca Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Alverca Airport (AVR).
Alverca Air Base (AVR) serves Alverca, Portugal, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
AVR is the IATA airport code for Alverca Air Base, located in Alverca, Portugal. The airport is situated at coordinates 38.8833°N, 9.0301°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
- AVR
- City
- Alverca
- Country
- Portugal
- Timezone
- Europe/Lisbon
- Latitude
- 38.8833°
- Longitude
- -9.0301°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from AVR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIS - Lisbon | 15 km | $231 | $0/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 33 km | $509 | $1/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 131 km | $2,021 | $4/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 197 km | $3,039 | $6/passenger |
| VSE - Viseu | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| VRL - Vila Real | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| BGZ - Braga | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 353 km | $5,446 | $11/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| VGO - Vigo | 374 km | $5,770 | $12/passenger |
| SLM - Salamanca | 379 km | $5,847 | $12/passenger |
| ODB - Cordoba | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| BGC - Braganca | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| CQM - Ciudad Real | 438 km | $6,757 | $14/passenger |
| AEI - Algeciras | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| GIB - Gibraltar | 445 km | $6,865 | $14/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| SCQ - Santiago | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 468 km | $7,220 | $14/passenger |
| VLL - Valladolid | 473 km | $7,297 | $15/passenger |
| ECV - Madrid | 479 km | $7,390 | $15/passenger |
| TTU - Tetouan | 491 km | $7,575 | $15/passenger |
| LCG - La Coruna | 494 km | $7,621 | $15/passenger |
| GRX - Granada | 497 km | $7,668 | $15/passenger |
| MAD - Madrid | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| LEN - Leon | 501 km | $7,729 | $15/passenger |
| TOJ - Madrid | 510 km | $7,868 | $16/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 554 km | $8,547 | $17/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 575 km | $8,871 | $18/passenger |
| OVD - Aviles | 577 km | $8,902 | $18/passenger |
| RGS - Burgos | 598 km | $9,226 | $18/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 603 km | $9,303 | $19/passenger |
| AHU - Al Hociema | 618 km | $9,535 | $19/passenger |
| ABC - Albacete | 620 km | $9,565 | $19/passenger |
| CMN - Casablanca | 627 km | $9,673 | $19/passenger |
| LEI - Almeria | 627 km | $9,673 | $19/passenger |
| MEK - Meknes | 639 km | $9,858 | $20/passenger |
| FEZ - Fes | 660 km | $10,182 | $20/passenger |
| SDR - Santander | 667 km | $10,290 | $21/passenger |
| MLN - Melilla | 671 km | $10,352 | $21/passenger |
| NDR - El Aroui | 687 km | $10,599 | $21/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 690 km | $10,645 | $21/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 691 km | $10,661 | $21/passenger |
| VIT - Vitoria | 692 km | $10,676 | $21/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your AVR 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 AVR
- 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 Alverca
Alverca 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 AVR
As a European airport, AVR 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 AVR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Alverca Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from AVR
- 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 AVR are LIS, CAT, QLR — consider these for potentially lower fares