BXY - Krainiy Airport
Baikonur, Kazakhstan
IATA Code: BXY · Baikonur, Kazakhstan
The airport code BXY is the IATA identifier for Krainiy Airport. You may also find it referred to as Baikonur Airport (BXY).
Krainiy Airport (BXY) serves Baikonur, Kazakhstan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BXY is the IATA airport code for Krainiy Airport, located in Baikonur, Kazakhstan. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.6220°N, 63.2108°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BXY
- City
- Baikonur
- Country
- Kazakhstan
- Timezone
- Asia/Qyzylorda
- Latitude
- 45.6220°
- Longitude
- 63.2108°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BXY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KZO - Kzyl-Orda | 213 km | $3,071 | $6/passenger |
| DZN - Zhezkazgan | 416 km | $5,999 | $12/passenger |
| NCU - Nukus | 451 km | $6,503 | $13/passenger |
| AFS - Zarafshan | 453 km | $6,532 | $13/passenger |
| UGC - Urgench | 494 km | $7,123 | $14/passenger |
| TAZ - Dasoguz | 508 km | $7,325 | $15/passenger |
| AYK - Arkalyk | 592 km | $8,537 | $17/passenger |
| CIT - Chimkent | 618 km | $8,912 | $18/passenger |
| NVI - Navoi | 633 km | $9,128 | $18/passenger |
| BHK - Bukhara | 658 km | $9,488 | $19/passenger |
| AKX - Aktyubinsk | 681 km | $9,820 | $20/passenger |
| TAS - Tashkent | 689 km | $9,935 | $20/passenger |
| OSW - Orsk | 695 km | $10,022 | $20/passenger |
| DMB - Dzhambul | 714 km | $10,296 | $21/passenger |
| SKD - Samarkand | 727 km | $10,483 | $21/passenger |
| CRZ - Chardzhou | 728 km | $10,498 | $21/passenger |
| KSQ - Khanabad | 787 km | $11,349 | $23/passenger |
| LBD - Khudzhand | 800 km | $11,536 | $23/passenger |
| KSN - Kostanay | 844 km | $12,170 | $24/passenger |
| NMA - Namangan | 849 km | $12,243 | $24/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 855 km | $12,329 | $25/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 881 km | $12,704 | $25/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 889 km | $12,819 | $26/passenger |
| REN - Orenburg | 891 km | $12,848 | $26/passenger |
| MYP - Mary | 896 km | $12,920 | $26/passenger |
| FEG - Fergana | 907 km | $13,079 | $26/passenger |
| DYU - Dushanbe | 913 km | $13,165 | $26/passenger |
| AZN - Andizhan | 915 km | $13,194 | $26/passenger |
| BXH - Balkhash | 917 km | $13,223 | $26/passenger |
| MQF - Magnetiogorsk | 922 km | $13,295 | $27/passenger |
| FRU - Bishkek | 939 km | $13,540 | $27/passenger |
| ASB - Ashkhabad | 939 km | $13,540 | $27/passenger |
| OSS - Osh | 956 km | $13,786 | $28/passenger |
| KOV - Kokshetau | 972 km | $14,016 | $28/passenger |
| SCO - Aktau | 976 km | $14,074 | $28/passenger |
| KQT - Kurgan Tyube | 981 km | $14,146 | $28/passenger |
| TMJ - Termez | 987 km | $14,233 | $28/passenger |
| TJU - Kulyab | 1,009 km | $14,550 | $29/passenger |
| BJB - Bojnourd | 1,028 km | $14,824 | $30/passenger |
| CKT - Sarakhs | 1,030 km | $14,853 | $30/passenger |
| KRW - Krasnovodsk | 1,035 km | $14,925 | $30/passenger |
| MZR - Mazar-i-sharif | 1,046 km | $15,083 | $30/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 1,056 km | $15,228 | $30/passenger |
| CEK - Chelyabinsk | 1,083 km | $15,617 | $31/passenger |
| MMZ - Maimama | 1,085 km | $15,646 | $31/passenger |
| MHD - Mashhad | 1,086 km | $15,660 | $31/passenger |
| PPK - Petropavlosk | 1,102 km | $15,891 | $32/passenger |
| EKB - Ekibastuz | 1,102 km | $15,891 | $32/passenger |
| UND - Kunduz | 1,104 km | $15,920 | $32/passenger |
| KRO - Kurgan | 1,107 km | $15,963 | $32/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BXY 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 Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/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 BXY
- 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 Baikonur
Baikonur 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 BXY
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, BXY is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via BXY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Krainiy Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BXY
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BXY are KZO, DZN, NCU — consider these for potentially lower fares