BAX - Barnaul Airport
Barnaul, Russia
IATA Code: BAX · Barnaul, Russia
The airport code BAX is the IATA identifier for Barnaul Airport. You may also find it referred to as Barnaul Airport (BAX).
Barnaul Airport (BAX) serves Barnaul, Russia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BAX is the IATA airport code for Barnaul Airport, located in Barnaul, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.3638°N, 83.5385°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
- BAX
- City
- Barnaul
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Asia/Krasnoyarsk
- Latitude
- 53.3638°
- Longitude
- 83.5385°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BAX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OVB - Novosibirsk | 192 km | $2,769 | $6/passenger |
| RGK - Gorno-Altaysk | 219 km | $3,158 | $6/passenger |
| NOZ - Novokuznetsk | 226 km | $3,259 | $7/passenger |
| KEJ - Kemorovo | 270 km | $3,893 | $8/passenger |
| TOF - Tomsk | 352 km | $5,076 | $10/passenger |
| UKK - Ust Kamenogorsk | 377 km | $5,436 | $11/passenger |
| PLX - Semiplatinsk | 404 km | $5,826 | $12/passenger |
| PWQ - Pavlodar | 454 km | $6,547 | $13/passenger |
| ABA - Abakan | 520 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| ACS - Achinsk | 554 km | $7,989 | $16/passenger |
| EKB - Ekibastuz | 597 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| KJI - Burqin | 621 km | $8,955 | $18/passenger |
| KJA - Krasnoyarsk | 653 km | $9,416 | $19/passenger |
| ULG - Olgii | 658 km | $9,488 | $19/passenger |
| ULO - Ulaangom | 684 km | $9,863 | $20/passenger |
| OMS - Omsk | 689 km | $9,935 | $20/passenger |
| AAT - Altay | 702 km | $10,123 | $20/passenger |
| UZR - Urzhar | 710 km | $10,238 | $20/passenger |
| TCG - Tacheng | 744 km | $10,728 | $21/passenger |
| KYZ - Kyzyl | 758 km | $10,930 | $22/passenger |
| EIE - Yeniseysk | 779 km | $11,233 | $22/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 816 km | $11,767 | $24/passenger |
| HVD - Khovd | 828 km | $11,940 | $24/passenger |
| FYN - Fuyun | 844 km | $12,170 | $24/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 862 km | $12,430 | $25/passenger |
| KRY - Karamay | 884 km | $12,747 | $25/passenger |
| SWT - Strezhevoy | 890 km | $12,834 | $26/passenger |
| KOV - Kokshetau | 924 km | $13,324 | $27/passenger |
| BXH - Balkhash | 941 km | $13,569 | $27/passenger |
| NJC - Nizhnevartovsk | 943 km | $13,598 | $27/passenger |
| BPL - Bole | 946 km | $13,641 | $27/passenger |
| PPK - Petropavlosk | 948 km | $13,670 | $27/passenger |
| TGP - Bor | 992 km | $14,305 | $29/passenger |
| RAT - Raduzhnyi | 1,044 km | $15,054 | $30/passenger |
| YIN - Yining | 1,058 km | $15,256 | $31/passenger |
| SGC - Surgut | 1,073 km | $15,473 | $31/passenger |
| NFG - Nefteyugansk | 1,079 km | $15,559 | $31/passenger |
| URC - Urumqi | 1,090 km | $15,718 | $31/passenger |
| NLT - Xinyuan | 1,104 km | $15,920 | $32/passenger |
| ULZ - Uliastai | 1,110 km | $16,006 | $32/passenger |
| KGP - Kogalym | 1,115 km | $16,078 | $32/passenger |
| AYK - Arkalyk | 1,186 km | $17,102 | $34/passenger |
| NOJ - Noyabrsk | 1,192 km | $17,189 | $34/passenger |
| KRO - Kurgan | 1,192 km | $17,189 | $34/passenger |
| LTI - Altai | 1,193 km | $17,203 | $34/passenger |
| BTK - Bratsk | 1,205 km | $17,376 | $35/passenger |
| ALA - Alma-ata | 1,211 km | $17,463 | $35/passenger |
| HMA - Khanty-Mansiysk | 1,213 km | $17,491 | $35/passenger |
| MXV - Muren | 1,214 km | $17,506 | $35/passenger |
| TLQ - Turpan | 1,220 km | $17,592 | $35/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BAX 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 BAX
- 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 Barnaul
Barnaul 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 BAX
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, BAX is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via BAX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Barnaul Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BAX
- 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 BAX are OVB, RGK, NOZ — consider these for potentially lower fares