BDI - Bird Island Airport
Bird Island, Seychelles
IATA Code: BDI · Bird Island, Seychelles
The airport code BDI is the IATA identifier for Bird Island Airport. You may also find it referred to as Bird Island Airport (BDI).
Bird Island Airport (BDI) serves Bird Island, Seychelles, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BDI is the IATA airport code for Bird Island Airport, located in Bird Island, Seychelles. The airport is situated at coordinates 3.7247°S, 55.2053°E. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BDI
- City
- Bird Island
- Country
- Seychelles
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- -3.7247°
- Longitude
- 55.2053°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BDI
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRI - Praslin | 85 km | $1,240 | $2/passenger |
| SEZ - Mahe | 111 km | $1,619 | $3/passenger |
| DES - Desroches | 279 km | $4,070 | $8/passenger |
| DIE - Antsiranana | 1,159 km | $16,907 | $34/passenger |
| VOH - Vohemar | 1,216 km | $17,739 | $35/passenger |
| AMB - Ambilobe | 1,255 km | $18,308 | $37/passenger |
| MGQ - Mogadishu | 1,272 km | $18,556 | $37/passenger |
| SVB - Sambava | 1,297 km | $18,921 | $38/passenger |
| IVA - Ampampamena | 1,303 km | $19,008 | $38/passenger |
| NOS - Nosy-be | 1,307 km | $19,067 | $38/passenger |
| ZWA - Andapa | 1,360 km | $19,840 | $40/passenger |
| ANM - Antalaha | 1,363 km | $19,883 | $40/passenger |
| WMN - Maroantsetra | 1,435 km | $20,934 | $42/passenger |
| GLK - Galcaio | 1,451 km | $21,167 | $42/passenger |
| HVA - Analalava | 1,461 km | $21,313 | $43/passenger |
| KMU - Kismayu | 1,464 km | $21,357 | $43/passenger |
| WAI - Antsohihy | 1,472 km | $21,474 | $43/passenger |
| DZA - Dzaoudzi | 1,486 km | $21,678 | $43/passenger |
| BIB - Baidoa | 1,494 km | $21,794 | $44/passenger |
| WMR - Mananara | 1,505 km | $21,955 | $44/passenger |
| AJN - Anjouan | 1,510 km | $22,028 | $44/passenger |
| WMA - Mandritsara | 1,516 km | $22,115 | $44/passenger |
| WPB - Port Bergé | 1,558 km | $22,728 | $45/passenger |
| HAH - Moroni | 1,575 km | $22,976 | $46/passenger |
| NWA - Moheli | 1,579 km | $23,034 | $46/passenger |
| YVA - Moroni | 1,588 km | $23,166 | $46/passenger |
| LAU - Lamu | 1,595 km | $23,268 | $47/passenger |
| SMS - Sainte Marie | 1,599 km | $23,326 | $47/passenger |
| WMP - Mampikony | 1,603 km | $23,385 | $47/passenger |
| MJN - Mahajanga | 1,644 km | $23,983 | $48/passenger |
| MYD - Malindi | 1,677 km | $24,464 | $49/passenger |
| GDE - Gode | 1,679 km | $24,493 | $49/passenger |
| ABK - Kabri Dehar | 1,682 km | $24,537 | $49/passenger |
| HOA - Hola | 1,706 km | $24,887 | $50/passenger |
| PMA - Pemba | 1,715 km | $25,018 | $50/passenger |
| TMM - Toamasina | 1,720 km | $25,091 | $50/passenger |
| WAM - Ambatondrazaka | 1,729 km | $25,223 | $50/passenger |
| MBA - Mombasa | 1,732 km | $25,266 | $51/passenger |
| UKA - Ukunda | 1,735 km | $25,310 | $51/passenger |
| DWB - Soalala | 1,747 km | $25,485 | $51/passenger |
| GAS - Garissa | 1,766 km | $25,762 | $52/passenger |
| MFA - Mafia Island | 1,780 km | $25,967 | $52/passenger |
| WJR - Wajir | 1,786 km | $26,054 | $52/passenger |
| ZNZ - Zanzibar | 1,792 km | $26,142 | $52/passenger |
| TGT - Tanga | 1,795 km | $26,185 | $52/passenger |
| BSA - Bosaso | 1,797 km | $26,215 | $52/passenger |
| DAR - Dar Es Salaam | 1,806 km | $26,346 | $53/passenger |
| ALU - Alula | 1,812 km | $26,433 | $53/passenger |
| MYW - Mtwara | 1,813 km | $26,448 | $53/passenger |
| BUO - Burao | 1,821 km | $26,565 | $53/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BDI 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 BDI
- 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 Bird Island
Bird Island 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 BDI
BDI provides air connectivity for Bird Island, Seychelles. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via BDI
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Bird Island Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BDI
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BDI are PRI, SEZ, DES — consider these for potentially lower fares