CPD - Coober Pedy Airport
Coober Pedy, Australia
IATA Code: CPD · Coober Pedy, Australia
The airport code CPD is the IATA identifier for Coober Pedy Airport. You may also find it referred to as Coober Pedy Airport (CPD).
Coober Pedy Airport (CPD) serves Coober Pedy, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CPD is the IATA airport code for Coober Pedy Airport, located in Coober Pedy, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 29.0400°S, 134.7210°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
- CPD
- City
- Coober Pedy
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Adelaide
- Latitude
- -29.0400°
- Longitude
- 134.7210°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CPD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PXH - Prominent Hill | 108 km | $1,557 | $3/passenger |
| OLP - Olympic Dam | 263 km | $3,792 | $8/passenger |
| UMR - Woomera | 309 km | $4,456 | $9/passenger |
| CED - Ceduna | 357 km | $5,148 | $10/passenger |
| DLK - Dulkaninna | 366 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| FIK - Finke | 383 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| KYI - Yalata | 388 km | $5,595 | $11/passenger |
| LGH - Leigh Creek | 397 km | $5,725 | $11/passenger |
| EDD - Erldunda | 450 km | $6,489 | $13/passenger |
| AMT - Amata | 476 km | $6,864 | $14/passenger |
| PUG - Argyle | 480 km | $6,922 | $14/passenger |
| WYA - Whyalla | 520 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| MOO - Moomba | 545 km | $7,859 | $16/passenger |
| CVC - | 546 km | $7,873 | $16/passenger |
| PPI - | 561 km | $8,090 | $16/passenger |
| AYQ - Uluru | 567 km | $8,176 | $16/passenger |
| BVI - Birdsville | 575 km | $8,292 | $17/passenger |
| ASP - Alice Springs | 588 km | $8,479 | $17/passenger |
| KCS - Petermann | 588 km | $8,479 | $17/passenger |
| HMG - Hermannsburg | 599 km | $8,638 | $17/passenger |
| PLO - Port Lincoln | 628 km | $9,056 | $18/passenger |
| FOS - Forrest | 667 km | $9,618 | $19/passenger |
| BEU - Bedourie | 703 km | $10,137 | $20/passenger |
| TYB - | 713 km | $10,281 | $21/passenger |
| BBL - Ballera | 718 km | $10,354 | $21/passenger |
| BHQ - Broken Hill | 725 km | $10,455 | $21/passenger |
| DKV - Docker River | 728 km | $10,498 | $21/passenger |
| ADL - Adelaide | 748 km | $10,786 | $22/passenger |
| KGC - Kingscote | 787 km | $11,349 | $23/passenger |
| RMK - Renmark | 804 km | $11,594 | $23/passenger |
| PEA - Penneshaw | 806 km | $11,623 | $23/passenger |
| YUE - Yuendumu | 810 km | $11,680 | $23/passenger |
| BQL - Boulia | 855 km | $12,329 | $25/passenger |
| WIO - Wilcannia | 875 km | $12,618 | $25/passenger |
| WNR - Windorah | 883 km | $12,733 | $25/passenger |
| XTG - Thargomindah | 896 km | $12,920 | $26/passenger |
| MQL - Mildura | 905 km | $13,050 | $26/passenger |
| ULP - Quilpie | 975 km | $14,060 | $28/passenger |
| HTU - | 1,032 km | $14,881 | $30/passenger |
| BZD - | 1,041 km | $15,011 | $30/passenger |
| NAC - Naracoorte | 1,045 km | $15,069 | $30/passenger |
| TCA - Tennant Creek | 1,047 km | $15,098 | $30/passenger |
| ISA - Mount Isa | 1,048 km | $15,112 | $30/passenger |
| CMA - Cunnamulla | 1,070 km | $15,429 | $31/passenger |
| WKB - | 1,083 km | $15,617 | $31/passenger |
| SWH - Swan Hill | 1,087 km | $15,675 | $31/passenger |
| BRK - Bourke | 1,092 km | $15,747 | $31/passenger |
| HSM - Horsham | 1,097 km | $15,819 | $32/passenger |
| CAZ - Cobar | 1,098 km | $15,833 | $32/passenger |
| CNJ - Cloncurry | 1,098 km | $15,833 | $32/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CPD 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 CPD
- 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 Coober Pedy
Coober Pedy 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 CPD
Located in the Oceania region, CPD serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via CPD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Coober Pedy Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CPD
- 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 CPD are PXH, OLP, UMR — consider these for potentially lower fares