CHR - Châteauroux-Déols Marcel Dassault Airport
Chateauroux, France
IATA Code: CHR · Chateauroux, France
The airport code CHR is the IATA identifier for Châteauroux-Déols Marcel Dassault Airport. You may also find it referred to as Chateauroux Airport (CHR).
Châteauroux-Déols Marcel Dassault Airport (CHR) serves Chateauroux, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CHR is the IATA airport code for Châteauroux-Déols Marcel Dassault Airport, located in Chateauroux, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.8603°N, 1.7211°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
- CHR
- City
- Chateauroux
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 46.8603°
- Longitude
- 1.7211°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CHR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOU - Bourges | 54 km | $833 | $2/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 86 km | $1,327 | $3/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 107 km | $1,651 | $3/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 112 km | $1,728 | $3/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 118 km | $1,821 | $4/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 125 km | $1,929 | $4/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| LBG - Paris | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 273 km | $4,212 | $8/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| RNS - Rennes | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CHR 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 CHR
- 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 Chateauroux
Chateauroux 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 CHR
As a European airport, CHR 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.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via CHR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Châteauroux-Déols Marcel Dassault Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CHR
- 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 CHR are BOU, MCU, TUF — consider these for potentially lower fares