BRN - Bern Belp Airport
Bern, Switzerland
IATA Code: BRN · Bern, Switzerland
The airport code BRN is the IATA identifier for Bern Belp Airport. You may also find it referred to as Bern Airport (BRN).
Bern Belp Airport (BRN) serves Bern, Switzerland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BRN is the IATA airport code for Bern Belp Airport, located in Bern, Switzerland. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.9141°N, 7.4971°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
- BRN
- City
- Bern
- Country
- Switzerland
- Timezone
- Europe/Zurich
- Latitude
- 46.9141°
- Longitude
- 7.4971°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BRN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZHI - Grenchen | 30 km | $463 | $1/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 39 km | $602 | $1/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 48 km | $741 | $1/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 64 km | $987 | $2/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 69 km | $1,065 | $2/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 79 km | $1,219 | $2/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 100 km | $1,543 | $3/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 131 km | $2,021 | $4/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 133 km | $2,052 | $4/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 138 km | $2,129 | $4/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 157 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| CUF - Cuneo | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| VBS - Brescia | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
| RMS - Ramstein | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BRN 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 BRN
- 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 Bern
Bern 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 BRN
As a European airport, BRN 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 BRN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Bern Belp Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BRN
- 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 BRN are ZHI, ZIN, QNC — consider these for potentially lower fares