BDS - Brindisi – Salento Airport
Brindisi, Italy
IATA Code: BDS · Brindisi, Italy
The airport code BDS is the IATA identifier for Brindisi – Salento Airport. You may also find it referred to as Brindisi Airport (BDS).
Brindisi – Salento Airport (BDS) serves Brindisi, Italy, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BDS is the IATA airport code for Brindisi – Salento Airport, located in Brindisi, Italy. The airport is situated at coordinates 40.6576°N, 17.9470°E. 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
- BDS
- City
- Brindisi
- Country
- Italy
- Timezone
- Europe/Rome
- Latitude
- 40.6576°
- Longitude
- 17.9470°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BDS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAR - Grottaglie | 48 km | $741 | $1/passenger |
| LCC - Lecce | 49 km | $756 | $2/passenger |
| BRI - Bari | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| TIA - Tirana | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| CRV - Crotone | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| CFU - Kerkyra/corfu | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| TIV - Tivat | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| DBV - Dubrovnik | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| TGD - Podgorica | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| FOG - Foggia | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| OHD - Ohrid | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| SUF - Lamezia | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| QSR - Salerno | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| IOA - Ioannina | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| KSO - Kastoria | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| OMO - Mostar | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| PVK - Preveza | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| NAP - Naples | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| BWK - Brac | 310 km | $4,783 | $10/passenger |
| KZI - Kozani | 332 km | $5,122 | $10/passenger |
| PRN - Pristina | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| SKP - Skopje | 339 km | $5,230 | $10/passenger |
| SPU - Split | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| REG - Reggio Calabria | 349 km | $5,384 | $11/passenger |
| SJJ - Sarajevo | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| EFL - Keffallinia | 357 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| AGQ - Agrinion | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| PSR - Pescara | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| LRA - Larissa | 400 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| GPA - Patras | 409 km | $6,310 | $13/passenger |
| ZTH - Zakynthos | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| PYR - Andravida | 419 km | $6,464 | $13/passenger |
| SKG - Thessaloniki | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| TZL - Null | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| CTA - Catania | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| QLT - Latina | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| ZAD - Zadar | 439 km | $6,773 | $14/passenger |
| INI - Nis | 439 km | $6,773 | $14/passenger |
| VOL - Nea Anghialos | 443 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| NSY - Sigonella | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| CIA - Rome | 465 km | $7,174 | $14/passenger |
| BNX - Banja Luka | 479 km | $7,390 | $15/passenger |
| FCO - Rome | 494 km | $7,621 | $15/passenger |
| PMO - Palermo | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| CIY - Comiso | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| BEG - Belgrade | 501 km | $7,729 | $15/passenger |
| AOI - Ancona | 501 km | $7,729 | $15/passenger |
| JSI - Skiathos | 502 km | $7,745 | $15/passenger |
| SOF - Sofia | 507 km | $7,822 | $16/passenger |
| BJY - Batajnica | 512 km | $7,899 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BDS 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 BDS
- 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 Brindisi
Brindisi 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 BDS
As a European airport, BDS 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 BDS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Brindisi – Salento Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BDS
- 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 BDS are TAR, LCC, BRI — consider these for potentially lower fares