BIF - Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss)

El Paso, United States

IATA Code: BIF · El Paso, United States

The airport code BIF is the IATA identifier for Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss). You may also find it referred to as El Paso Airport (BIF).

Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) (BIF) serves El Paso, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

BIF is the IATA airport code for Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss), located in El Paso, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.8495°N, 106.3800°W. 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
BIF
City
El Paso
Country
United States
Timezone
America/Denver
Latitude
31.8495°
Longitude
-106.3800°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BIF

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
ELP - El Paso 5 km $73 $0/passenger
CJS - Ciudad Juarez 24 km $350 $1/passenger
WSD - White Sands 55 km $802 $2/passenger
LRU - Las Cruces 71 km $1,036 $2/passenger
HMN - Alamogordo 114 km $1,663 $3/passenger
ALM - Alamogordo 116 km $1,692 $3/passenger
DMN - Deming 134 km $1,955 $4/passenger
TCS - Truth Or Consequences 175 km $2,553 $5/passenger
RUI - Ruidoso 196 km $2,859 $6/passenger
CNM - Carlsbad 207 km $3,020 $6/passenger
NCG - Nuevo Casas Grandes 215 km $3,136 $6/passenger
ROW - Roswell 237 km $3,457 $7/passenger
PEQ - Pecos 277 km $4,041 $8/passenger
MRF - Marfa 279 km $4,070 $8/passenger
INK - Wink 300 km $4,376 $9/passenger
DGL - Douglas 301 km $4,391 $9/passenger
ALE - Alpine 304 km $4,435 $9/passenger
DUG - Douglas 308 km $4,493 $9/passenger
HOB - Hobbs 312 km $4,551 $9/passenger
SAD - Safford 326 km $4,756 $10/passenger
FST - Fort Stockton 345 km $5,033 $10/passenger
CUU - Chihuahua 352 km $5,135 $10/passenger
ABQ - Albuquerque 355 km $5,179 $10/passenger
FHU - Fort Huachuca 376 km $5,485 $11/passenger
GNT - Grants 395 km $5,762 $12/passenger
MAF - Midland 395 km $5,762 $12/passenger
CVS - Clovis 401 km $5,850 $12/passenger
SAF - Santa Fe 420 km $6,127 $12/passenger
CVN - Clovis 420 km $6,127 $12/passenger
DMA - Tucson 426 km $6,214 $12/passenger
OLS - Nogales 426 km $6,214 $12/passenger
TUS - Tucson 431 km $6,287 $13/passenger
SOW - Show Low 432 km $6,302 $13/passenger
LVS - Las Vegas 438 km $6,390 $13/passenger
IRB - Iraan 439 km $6,404 $13/passenger
NOG - Nogales 441 km $6,433 $13/passenger
LAM - Los Alamos 448 km $6,535 $13/passenger
TCC - Tucumcari 451 km $6,579 $13/passenger
AVW - Tucson 460 km $6,710 $13/passenger
GUP - Gallup 464 km $6,769 $14/passenger
LBB - Lubbock 471 km $6,871 $14/passenger
MZJ - Marana 471 km $6,871 $14/passenger
OZA - Ozona 507 km $7,396 $15/passenger
TSM - Taos 517 km $7,542 $15/passenger
AZA - Mesa 520 km $7,586 $15/passenger
CGZ - Casa Grande 520 km $7,586 $15/passenger
MSC - Mesa 532 km $7,761 $16/passenger
INW - Winslow 535 km $7,805 $16/passenger
HMO - Hermosillo 542 km $7,907 $16/passenger
SCF - Scottsdale 554 km $8,082 $16/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BIF 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.

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Climate & Weather at El Paso

El Paso enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through BIF

Traveling through El Paso in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North 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.

🇺🇳 United States Travel Tips

Within the United States, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry can significantly reduce security wait times. Domestic flights require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport starting in 2025. Jet fuel prices in North America tend to be among the most competitive globally, though they remain sensitive to Gulf of Mexico refining capacity.

Planning Your Trip via BIF

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