CBH - Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport
Béchar, Algeria
IATA Code: CBH · Béchar, Algeria
The airport code CBH is the IATA identifier for Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport. You may also find it referred to as Béchar Airport (CBH).
Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport (CBH) serves Béchar, Algeria, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CBH is the IATA airport code for Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport, located in Béchar, Algeria. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.6457°N, 2.2699°W. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- CBH
- City
- Béchar
- Country
- Algeria
- Timezone
- Africa/Algiers
- Latitude
- 31.6457°
- Longitude
- -2.2699°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CBH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAR - Bouarfa | 100 km | $1,557 | $3/passenger |
| ERH - Er-rachidia | 204 km | $3,176 | $6/passenger |
| MZW - Mecheria | 283 km | $4,406 | $9/passenger |
| OUD - Oujda | 351 km | $5,464 | $11/passenger |
| FEZ - Fes | 358 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
| TMX - Timimoun | 362 km | $5,636 | $11/passenger |
| OZG - Zagora | 373 km | $5,807 | $12/passenger |
| NDR - El Aroui | 378 km | $5,885 | $12/passenger |
| TLM - Tlemcen | 382 km | $5,947 | $12/passenger |
| EBH - El Bayadh | 390 km | $6,072 | $12/passenger |
| BEM - Beni Mellal | 391 km | $6,087 | $12/passenger |
| MEK - Meknes | 392 km | $6,103 | $12/passenger |
| MLN - Melilla | 409 km | $6,367 | $13/passenger |
| AHU - Al Hociema | 419 km | $6,523 | $13/passenger |
| BFW - Sidi Bel Abbes | 422 km | $6,570 | $13/passenger |
| OZZ - Ouarzazate | 448 km | $6,974 | $14/passenger |
| MUW - Ghriss | 455 km | $7,083 | $14/passenger |
| TAF - Oran | 462 km | $7,192 | $14/passenger |
| ORN - Oran | 468 km | $7,286 | $15/passenger |
| AZR - Adrar | 469 km | $7,301 | $15/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 497 km | $7,737 | $15/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 500 km | $7,784 | $16/passenger |
| ELG - El Golea | 503 km | $7,831 | $16/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 515 km | $8,018 | $16/passenger |
| TTU - Tetouan | 522 km | $8,126 | $16/passenger |
| CMN - Casablanca | 534 km | $8,313 | $17/passenger |
| TID - Tiaret | 537 km | $8,360 | $17/passenger |
| LOO - Laghouat | 540 km | $8,407 | $17/passenger |
| HRM - Tilrempt | 544 km | $8,469 | $17/passenger |
| RAK - Marrakech | 546 km | $8,500 | $17/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 565 km | $8,796 | $18/passenger |
| GIB - Gibraltar | 576 km | $8,967 | $18/passenger |
| GHA - Ghardaia | 578 km | $8,998 | $18/passenger |
| LEI - Almeria | 578 km | $8,998 | $18/passenger |
| AEI - Algeciras | 578 km | $8,998 | $18/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 596 km | $9,279 | $19/passenger |
| CFK - Ech-cheliff | 607 km | $9,450 | $19/passenger |
| QDJ - Djelfa | 622 km | $9,683 | $19/passenger |
| GRX - Granada | 632 km | $9,839 | $20/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 665 km | $10,353 | $21/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 671 km | $10,446 | $21/passenger |
| INZ - In Salah | 673 km | $10,477 | $21/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 687 km | $10,695 | $21/passenger |
| RMU - Murcia | 693 km | $10,789 | $22/passenger |
| MJV - Murcia | 694 km | $10,804 | $22/passenger |
| AGA - Agadir | 696 km | $10,835 | $22/passenger |
| ESU - Essadouira | 703 km | $10,944 | $22/passenger |
| QLD - Blida | 715 km | $11,131 | $22/passenger |
| TIN - Tindouf | 719 km | $11,193 | $22/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 722 km | $11,240 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CBH 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 CBH
- 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 Béchar
Béchar enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through CBH
CBH operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via CBH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CBH
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to CBH are UAR, ERH, MZW — consider these for potentially lower fares