BPL - Alashankou Bole (Bortala) airport
Bole, China
IATA Code: BPL · Bole, China
The airport code BPL is the IATA identifier for Alashankou Bole (Bortala) airport. You may also find it referred to as Bole Airport (BPL).
Alashankou Bole (Bortala) airport (BPL) serves Bole, China, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BPL is the IATA airport code for Alashankou Bole (Bortala) airport, located in Bole, China. The airport is situated at coordinates 44.8950°N, 82.3000°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
- BPL
- City
- Bole
- Country
- China
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 44.8950°
- Longitude
- 82.3000°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BPL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YIN - Yining | 130 km | $1,896 | $4/passenger |
| NLT - Xinyuan | 184 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| TCG - Tacheng | 213 km | $3,107 | $6/passenger |
| KRY - Karamay | 217 km | $3,166 | $6/passenger |
| UZR - Urzhar | 249 km | $3,632 | $7/passenger |
| KCA - Kuqa | 361 km | $5,266 | $11/passenger |
| URC - Urumqi | 425 km | $6,200 | $12/passenger |
| AKU - Aksu | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| ALA - Alma-ata | 453 km | $6,608 | $13/passenger |
| KRL - Korla | 471 km | $6,871 | $14/passenger |
| KJI - Burqin | 515 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| IKU - Tamchy | 517 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| AAT - Altay | 546 km | $7,965 | $16/passenger |
| UKK - Ust Kamenogorsk | 572 km | $8,344 | $17/passenger |
| TLQ - Turpan | 582 km | $8,490 | $17/passenger |
| FYN - Fuyun | 597 km | $8,709 | $17/passenger |
| BXH - Balkhash | 606 km | $8,840 | $18/passenger |
| PLX - Semiplatinsk | 626 km | $9,132 | $18/passenger |
| FRU - Bishkek | 658 km | $9,599 | $19/passenger |
| SXJ - Shanshan | 673 km | $9,818 | $20/passenger |
| ULG - Olgii | 736 km | $10,737 | $21/passenger |
| IQM - Qiemo | 786 km | $11,466 | $23/passenger |
| KHG - Kashi | 788 km | $11,495 | $23/passenger |
| HVD - Khovd | 791 km | $11,539 | $23/passenger |
| RGK - Gorno-Altaysk | 828 km | $12,079 | $24/passenger |
| QSZ - Yarkant | 854 km | $12,458 | $25/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 859 km | $12,531 | $25/passenger |
| HTN - Hotan | 897 km | $13,085 | $26/passenger |
| PWQ - Pavlodar | 898 km | $13,100 | $26/passenger |
| DMB - Dzhambul | 909 km | $13,260 | $27/passenger |
| OSS - Osh | 910 km | $13,275 | $27/passenger |
| EKB - Ekibastuz | 910 km | $13,275 | $27/passenger |
| ULO - Ulaangom | 924 km | $13,479 | $27/passenger |
| AZN - Andizhan | 938 km | $13,684 | $27/passenger |
| HMI - Hami | 939 km | $13,698 | $27/passenger |
| BAX - Barnaul | 946 km | $13,800 | $28/passenger |
| NMA - Namangan | 976 km | $14,238 | $28/passenger |
| FEG - Fergana | 999 km | $14,573 | $29/passenger |
| HTT - Mengnai | 1,028 km | $14,996 | $30/passenger |
| NOZ - Novokuznetsk | 1,045 km | $15,244 | $30/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 1,054 km | $15,376 | $31/passenger |
| CIT - Chimkent | 1,068 km | $15,580 | $31/passenger |
| LTI - Altai | 1,093 km | $15,945 | $32/passenger |
| OVB - Novosibirsk | 1,125 km | $16,412 | $33/passenger |
| TAS - Tashkent | 1,131 km | $16,499 | $33/passenger |
| ULZ - Uliastai | 1,135 km | $16,557 | $33/passenger |
| DNH - Dunhuang | 1,151 km | $16,791 | $34/passenger |
| LBD - Khudzhand | 1,154 km | $16,835 | $34/passenger |
| DZN - Zhezkazgan | 1,160 km | $16,922 | $34/passenger |
| KYZ - Kyzyl | 1,167 km | $17,024 | $34/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BPL 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 BPL
- 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 Bole
Bole 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 BPL
BPL provides air connectivity for Bole, China. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
🇺🇳 China Travel Tips
Chinese airports require valid visas for most foreign nationals, though transit without visa (TWOV) programs exist at select airports for stays under 72-144 hours. High-speed rail (HSR) connections are available at many major airports.
Planning Your Trip via BPL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Alashankou Bole (Bortala) airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BPL
- 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 BPL are YIN, NLT, TCG — consider these for potentially lower fares