CAG - Cagliari Elmas Airport
Cagliari, Italy
IATA Code: CAG · Cagliari, Italy
The airport code CAG is the IATA identifier for Cagliari Elmas Airport. You may also find it referred to as Cagliari Airport (CAG).
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) serves Cagliari, Italy, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CAG is the IATA airport code for Cagliari Elmas Airport, located in Cagliari, Italy. The airport is situated at coordinates 39.2515°N, 9.0543°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
- CAG
- City
- Cagliari
- Country
- Italy
- Timezone
- Europe/Rome
- Latitude
- 39.2515°
- Longitude
- 9.0543°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CAG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| DCI - Decimomannu | 13 km | $201 | $0/passenger |
| FNU - Oristano | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| TTB - Tortoli | 92 km | $1,419 | $3/passenger |
| AHO - Alghero | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| OLB - Olbia | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| FSC - Figari | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| TBJ - Tabarka | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| PRP - Propriano | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| TUN - Tunis | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| AAE - Annaba | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| AJA - Ajaccio | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| SOZ - Solenzara | 299 km | $4,613 | $9/passenger |
| TPS - Trapani | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| CLY - Calvi | 365 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| BIA - Bastia | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| PMO - Palermo | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| PNL - Pantelleria | 372 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| NBE - Enfidha | 374 km | $5,770 | $12/passenger |
| GJL - Jijel | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| FCO - Rome | 391 km | $6,032 | $12/passenger |
| CZL - Constantine | 394 km | $6,079 | $12/passenger |
| EBA - Marina Di Campo | 403 km | $6,217 | $12/passenger |
| CIA - Rome | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| QLT - Latina | 414 km | $6,387 | $13/passenger |
| MIR - Monastir | 416 km | $6,418 | $13/passenger |
| MAH - Menorca | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| GRS - Grosseto | 425 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| TEE - Tebessa | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| BJA - Bejaja | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| BLJ - Batna | 458 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| QSF - Setif | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| NAP - Naples | 481 km | $7,421 | $15/passenger |
| SAY - Siena | 482 km | $7,436 | $15/passenger |
| LTT - La Môle | 489 km | $7,544 | $15/passenger |
| TLN - Hyeres | 492 km | $7,591 | $15/passenger |
| FRJ - Frejus | 502 km | $7,745 | $15/passenger |
| PSA - Pisa | 505 km | $7,791 | $16/passenger |
| CEQ - Cannes | 508 km | $7,837 | $16/passenger |
| NCE - Nice | 513 km | $7,915 | $16/passenger |
| PEG - Perugia | 516 km | $7,961 | $16/passenger |
| CTT - Le Castellet | 522 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| QSR - Salerno | 522 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| LMP - Lampedusa | 523 km | $8,069 | $16/passenger |
| SFA - Sfax | 525 km | $8,100 | $16/passenger |
| GAF - Gafsa | 537 km | $8,285 | $17/passenger |
| FLR - Florence | 538 km | $8,300 | $17/passenger |
| ALL - Albenga | 539 km | $8,316 | $17/passenger |
| QLP - Sarzana (SP) | 543 km | $8,377 | $17/passenger |
| PMI - Palma de Mallorca | 544 km | $8,393 | $17/passenger |
| CIY - Comiso | 547 km | $8,439 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CAG 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 CAG
- 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 Cagliari
Cagliari 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 CAG
As a European airport, CAG 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 CAG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Cagliari Elmas Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CAG
- 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 CAG are DCI, FNU, TTB — consider these for potentially lower fares