BCL - Barra del Colorado Airport
Pococi, Costa Rica
IATA Code: BCL · Pococi, Costa Rica
The airport code BCL is the IATA identifier for Barra del Colorado Airport. You may also find it referred to as Pococi Airport (BCL).
Barra del Colorado Airport (BCL) serves Pococi, Costa Rica, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BCL is the IATA airport code for Barra del Colorado Airport, located in Pococi, Costa Rica. The airport is situated at coordinates 10.7687°N, 83.5856°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BCL
- City
- Pococi
- Country
- Costa Rica
- Timezone
- America/Costa_Rica
- Latitude
- 10.7687°
- Longitude
- -83.5856°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BCL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TTQ - Roxana | 39 km | $580 | $1/passenger |
| GPL - Guapiles | 66 km | $981 | $2/passenger |
| LIO - Limon | 109 km | $1,621 | $3/passenger |
| SYQ - San Jose | 109 km | $1,621 | $3/passenger |
| SJO - San Jose | 110 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| FON - La Fortuna/San Carlos | 119 km | $1,769 | $4/passenger |
| LSL - Los Chiles | 126 km | $1,873 | $4/passenger |
| NCR - San Carlos | 136 km | $2,022 | $4/passenger |
| BEF - Bluefields | 137 km | $2,037 | $4/passenger |
| JAP - Chacarita | 157 km | $2,334 | $5/passenger |
| UPL - Upala | 157 km | $2,334 | $5/passenger |
| XQP - Quepos | 159 km | $2,364 | $5/passenger |
| RNI - Corn Island | 165 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| BAI - Buenos Aires | 181 km | $2,691 | $5/passenger |
| CHX - Changuinola | 187 km | $2,780 | $6/passenger |
| TMU - Nicoya | 194 km | $2,884 | $6/passenger |
| PMZ - Palmar Sur | 203 km | $3,018 | $6/passenger |
| LIR - Liberia | 215 km | $3,197 | $6/passenger |
| BOC - Bocas Del Toro | 216 km | $3,211 | $6/passenger |
| PBP - Nandayure | 220 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| TOO - San Vito De Jaba | 227 km | $3,375 | $7/passenger |
| DRK - Puntarenas | 228 km | $3,390 | $7/passenger |
| PLD - Carrillo | 230 km | $3,420 | $7/passenger |
| GLF - Golfito | 239 km | $3,553 | $7/passenger |
| NOB - Nosara Beach | 243 km | $3,613 | $7/passenger |
| OTR - Coto 47 | 250 km | $3,717 | $7/passenger |
| PJM - Puerto Jimenez | 251 km | $3,732 | $7/passenger |
| ECI - Tola | 277 km | $4,118 | $8/passenger |
| ADZ - San Andres Island | 287 km | $4,267 | $9/passenger |
| DAV - David | 293 km | $4,356 | $9/passenger |
| MGA - Managua | 320 km | $4,758 | $10/passenger |
| SIU - Siuna | 354 km | $5,263 | $11/passenger |
| RFS - Rosita | 358 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| PUZ - Puerto Cabezas | 365 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| BZA - Bonanza | 371 km | $5,516 | $11/passenger |
| PVA - Providencia | 376 km | $5,590 | $11/passenger |
| SYP - Santiago | 416 km | $6,185 | $12/passenger |
| ONX - Colón | 436 km | $6,482 | $13/passenger |
| WSP - Waspam | 443 km | $6,587 | $13/passenger |
| RIH - Rio Hato | 463 km | $6,884 | $14/passenger |
| CTD - Chitré | 466 km | $6,928 | $14/passenger |
| BLB - Howard | 483 km | $7,181 | $14/passenger |
| PAC - Panama | 485 km | $7,211 | $14/passenger |
| PTY - Panama City | 497 km | $7,389 | $15/passenger |
| PEU - Puerto Lempira | 500 km | $7,434 | $15/passenger |
| AHS - Ahuas | 530 km | $7,880 | $16/passenger |
| TGU - Tegucigalpa | 538 km | $7,999 | $16/passenger |
| BHG - Brus Laguna | 565 km | $8,400 | $17/passenger |
| XPL - Comayagua | 594 km | $8,832 | $18/passenger |
| TJI - Trujillo | 627 km | $9,322 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BCL 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 Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/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 BCL
- 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 Pococi
Pococi 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 BCL
Traveling through Pococi in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via BCL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Barra del Colorado Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BCL
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BCL are TTQ, GPL, LIO — consider these for potentially lower fares