BHI - Comandante Espora Airport
Bahia Blanca, Argentina
IATA Code: BHI · Bahia Blanca, Argentina
The airport code BHI is the IATA identifier for Comandante Espora Airport. You may also find it referred to as Bahia Blanca Airport (BHI).
Comandante Espora Airport (BHI) serves Bahia Blanca, Argentina, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BHI is the IATA airport code for Comandante Espora Airport, located in Bahia Blanca, Argentina. The airport is situated at coordinates 38.7250°S, 62.1693°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
- BHI
- City
- Bahia Blanca
- Country
- Argentina
- Timezone
- America/Buenos_Aires
- Latitude
- -38.7250°
- Longitude
- -62.1693°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BHI
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSZ - Colonel Suarez | 144 km | $2,141 | $4/passenger |
| OYO - Tres Arroyos | 164 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| VDM - Viedma | 249 km | $3,702 | $7/passenger |
| OVR - Olavarria | 267 km | $3,970 | $8/passenger |
| NEC - Necochea | 293 km | $4,356 | $9/passenger |
| RSA - Santa Rosa | 301 km | $4,475 | $9/passenger |
| TDL - Tandil | 306 km | $4,550 | $9/passenger |
| PEH - Pehuajo | 321 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| OES - San Antonio Oeste | 333 km | $4,951 | $10/passenger |
| GPO - General Pico | 365 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| MDQ - Mar Del Plata | 410 km | $6,096 | $12/passenger |
| SGV - Sierra Grande | 417 km | $6,200 | $12/passenger |
| GNR - Fuerte Gral Roca | 473 km | $7,033 | $14/passenger |
| JNI - Junin | 478 km | $7,107 | $14/passenger |
| VLG - Villa Gesell | 480 km | $7,137 | $14/passenger |
| PMY - Puerto Madryn | 512 km | $7,612 | $15/passenger |
| NQN - Neuquen | 519 km | $7,716 | $15/passenger |
| SST - Santa Teresita | 537 km | $7,984 | $16/passenger |
| EZE - Buenos Aires | 541 km | $8,044 | $16/passenger |
| EPA - El Palomar | 557 km | $8,281 | $17/passenger |
| REL - Trelew | 563 km | $8,371 | $17/passenger |
| LPG - La Plata | 564 km | $8,386 | $17/passenger |
| AEP - Buenos Aires | 571 km | $8,490 | $17/passenger |
| FDO - San Fernando | 572 km | $8,504 | $17/passenger |
| RDS - Rincon de los Sauces | 608 km | $9,040 | $18/passenger |
| CUT - Cutralco | 615 km | $9,144 | $18/passenger |
| CYR - Colonia | 616 km | $9,159 | $18/passenger |
| VME - Villa Reynolds | 626 km | $9,307 | $19/passenger |
| RCU - Rio Cuarto | 655 km | $9,739 | $19/passenger |
| ROS - Rosario | 659 km | $9,798 | $20/passenger |
| APZ - ZAPALA | 688 km | $10,229 | $20/passenger |
| IGB - Ingeniero Jacobacci | 693 km | $10,304 | $21/passenger |
| MVD - Montevideo | 697 km | $10,363 | $21/passenger |
| GHU - Gualeguaychu | 712 km | $10,586 | $21/passenger |
| LUQ - San Luis | 713 km | $10,601 | $21/passenger |
| HOS - Chosmadal | 719 km | $10,690 | $21/passenger |
| AFA - San Rafael | 721 km | $10,720 | $21/passenger |
| LGS - Malargue | 748 km | $11,121 | $22/passenger |
| PDP - Punta del Este | 763 km | $11,344 | $23/passenger |
| DZO - Durazno | 784 km | $11,657 | $23/passenger |
| CPC - San Martin Des Andes | 785 km | $11,671 | $23/passenger |
| PRA - Parana | 786 km | $11,686 | $23/passenger |
| SFN - Santa Fe | 790 km | $11,746 | $23/passenger |
| PDU - Paysandu | 799 km | $11,880 | $24/passenger |
| VDR - Villa Dolores | 801 km | $11,909 | $24/passenger |
| BRC - San Carlos De Bariloche | 812 km | $12,073 | $24/passenger |
| COR - Cordoba | 844 km | $12,549 | $25/passenger |
| ZPC - Pucon | 844 km | $12,549 | $25/passenger |
| NCJ - Sunchales | 866 km | $12,876 | $26/passenger |
| EHL - El Bolson | 870 km | $12,935 | $26/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BHI 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 BHI
- 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 Bahia Blanca
Bahia Blanca 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 BHI
Traveling through Bahia Blanca 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 BHI
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Comandante Espora Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BHI
- 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 BHI are CSZ, OYO, VDM — consider these for potentially lower fares