BOU - Bourges Airport
Bourges, France
IATA Code: BOU · Bourges, France
The airport code BOU is the IATA identifier for Bourges Airport. You may also find it referred to as Bourges Airport (BOU).
Bourges Airport (BOU) serves Bourges, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BOU is the IATA airport code for Bourges Airport, located in Bourges, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.0581°N, 2.3703°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
- BOU
- City
- Bourges
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 47.0581°
- Longitude
- 2.3703°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BOU
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHR - Chateauroux | 54 km | $833 | $2/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 57 km | $879 | $2/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 93 km | $1,435 | $3/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 122 km | $1,882 | $4/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 126 km | $1,944 | $4/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 131 km | $2,021 | $4/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 161 km | $2,484 | $5/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 165 km | $2,546 | $5/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| LBG - Paris | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 273 km | $4,212 | $8/passenger |
| RHE - Reims | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 289 km | $4,459 | $9/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 300 km | $4,628 | $9/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BOU 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 BOU
- 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 Bourges
Bourges 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 BOU
As a European airport, BOU 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.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via BOU
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Bourges Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BOU
- 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 BOU are CHR, NVS, MCU — consider these for potentially lower fares