CRL - Brussels South Charleroi Airport
Charleroi, Belgium
IATA Code: CRL · Charleroi, Belgium
The airport code CRL is the IATA identifier for Brussels South Charleroi Airport. You may also find it referred to as Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) serves Charleroi, Belgium, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CRL is the IATA airport code for Brussels South Charleroi Airport, located in Charleroi, Belgium. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.4592°N, 4.4538°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
- CRL
- City
- Charleroi
- Country
- Belgium
- Timezone
- Europe/Brussels
- Latitude
- 50.4592°
- Longitude
- 4.4538°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CRL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| XME - Maubeuge | 34 km | $525 | $1/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 49 km | $756 | $2/passenger |
| XVS - Valenciennes | 72 km | $1,111 | $2/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 73 km | $1,126 | $2/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 81 km | $1,250 | $3/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 92 km | $1,419 | $3/passenger |
| KJK - Kortrijk-vevelgem | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| LIL - Lille | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| WOE - Woensdrecht | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 125 km | $1,929 | $4/passenger |
| EIN - Eindhoven | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| GLZ - Gilze-rijen | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| HZB - Merville | 129 km | $1,990 | $4/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 129 km | $1,990 | $4/passenger |
| RHE - Reims | 131 km | $2,021 | $4/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| OST - Ostend | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| BBJ - Birburg | 161 km | $2,484 | $5/passenger |
| RTM - Rotterdam | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| MGL - Moenchengladbach | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| SPM - Spangdahlem | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| NRN - Weeze | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| CQF - Calais | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| DUS - Duesseldorf | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| XAB - Abbeville | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| LID - Valkenburg | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| UTC - Soesterberg | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| BNJ - Sankt-Augustin | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| CGN - Cologne | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| ESS - Essen | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| AMS - Amsterdam | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| HHN - Hahn | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 209 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| LBG - Paris | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| LEY - Lelystad | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| MSE - Manston | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CRL 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 CRL
- 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 Charleroi
Charleroi 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 CRL
As a European airport, CRL 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 CRL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Brussels South Charleroi Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CRL
- 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 CRL are XME, BRU, XVS — consider these for potentially lower fares