CUA - Ciudad Constitución Airport
Ciudad Constitución, Mexico
IATA Code: CUA · Ciudad Constitución, Mexico
The airport code CUA is the IATA identifier for Ciudad Constitución Airport. You may also find it referred to as Ciudad Constitución Airport (CUA).
Ciudad Constitución Airport (CUA) serves Ciudad Constitución, Mexico, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CUA is the IATA airport code for Ciudad Constitución Airport, located in Ciudad Constitución, Mexico. The airport is situated at coordinates 25.0538°N, 111.6150°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- CUA
- City
- Ciudad Constitución
- Country
- Mexico
- Timezone
- America/Mazatlan
- Latitude
- 25.0538°
- Longitude
- -111.6150°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CUA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTO - Loreto | 107 km | $1,591 | $3/passenger |
| LAP - La Paz | 167 km | $2,483 | $5/passenger |
| LMM - Los Mochis | 264 km | $3,925 | $8/passenger |
| SJD - San Jose Del Cabo | 286 km | $4,252 | $9/passenger |
| CEN - Ciudad Obregon | 315 km | $4,683 | $9/passenger |
| GYM - Guaymas | 331 km | $4,921 | $10/passenger |
| GUB - Guerrero Negro | 408 km | $6,066 | $12/passenger |
| CUL - Culiacan | 419 km | $6,230 | $12/passenger |
| HMO - Hermosillo | 453 km | $6,735 | $13/passenger |
| MZT - Mazatlan | 582 km | $8,653 | $17/passenger |
| NOG - Nogales | 689 km | $10,244 | $20/passenger |
| CUU - Chihuahua | 692 km | $10,289 | $21/passenger |
| NCG - Nuevo Casas Grandes | 699 km | $10,393 | $21/passenger |
| OLS - Nogales | 712 km | $10,586 | $21/passenger |
| PPE - Punta Penasco | 720 km | $10,705 | $21/passenger |
| DGO - Durango | 724 km | $10,764 | $22/passenger |
| SFH - San Filipe | 725 km | $10,779 | $22/passenger |
| DGL - Douglas | 729 km | $10,839 | $22/passenger |
| FHU - Fort Huachuca | 737 km | $10,958 | $22/passenger |
| DUG - Douglas | 740 km | $11,002 | $22/passenger |
| TUS - Tucson | 788 km | $11,716 | $23/passenger |
| DMA - Tucson | 794 km | $11,805 | $24/passenger |
| TPQ - Tepic | 801 km | $11,909 | $24/passenger |
| PVR - Puerto Vallarta | 813 km | $12,088 | $24/passenger |
| AVW - Tucson | 819 km | $12,177 | $24/passenger |
| TRC - Torreon | 827 km | $12,296 | $25/passenger |
| MZJ - Marana | 830 km | $12,340 | $25/passenger |
| CGZ - Casa Grande | 879 km | $13,069 | $26/passenger |
| DMN - Deming | 887 km | $13,188 | $26/passenger |
| SAD - Safford | 889 km | $13,218 | $26/passenger |
| CJS - Ciudad Juarez | 890 km | $13,233 | $26/passenger |
| ESE - Ensenada | 894 km | $13,292 | $27/passenger |
| YUM - Yuma | 894 km | $13,292 | $27/passenger |
| ELP - El Paso | 909 km | $13,515 | $27/passenger |
| BIF - El Paso | 912 km | $13,560 | $27/passenger |
| MXL - Mexicali | 913 km | $13,574 | $27/passenger |
| AZA - Mesa | 918 km | $13,649 | $27/passenger |
| LRU - Las Cruces | 925 km | $13,753 | $28/passenger |
| CXL - Calexico | 928 km | $13,798 | $28/passenger |
| PHX - Phoenix | 933 km | $13,872 | $28/passenger |
| GYR - Goodyear | 933 km | $13,872 | $28/passenger |
| MSC - Mesa | 935 km | $13,902 | $28/passenger |
| BXK - Buckeye | 936 km | $13,916 | $28/passenger |
| ZCL - Zacatecas | 938 km | $13,946 | $28/passenger |
| LUF - Phoenix | 946 km | $14,065 | $28/passenger |
| IPL - Imperial | 947 km | $14,080 | $28/passenger |
| NJK - El Centro | 950 km | $14,125 | $28/passenger |
| SCF - Scottsdale | 953 km | $14,169 | $28/passenger |
| MRF - Marfa | 953 km | $14,169 | $28/passenger |
| WSD - White Sands | 956 km | $14,214 | $28/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CUA 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 Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/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 CUA
- 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 Ciudad Constitución
Ciudad Constitución 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 CUA
Traveling through Ciudad Constitución in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via CUA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ciudad Constitución Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CUA
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to CUA are LTO, LAP, LMM — consider these for potentially lower fares