CUM - Cumaná (Antonio José de Sucre) Airport
Cumana, Venezuela
IATA Code: CUM · Cumana, Venezuela
The airport code CUM is the IATA identifier for Cumaná (Antonio José de Sucre) Airport. You may also find it referred to as Cumana Airport (CUM).
Cumaná (Antonio José de Sucre) Airport (CUM) serves Cumana, Venezuela, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CUM is the IATA airport code for Cumaná (Antonio José de Sucre) Airport, located in Cumana, Venezuela. The airport is situated at coordinates 10.4503°N, 64.1305°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
- CUM
- City
- Cumana
- Country
- Venezuela
- Timezone
- America/Caracas
- Latitude
- 10.4503°
- Longitude
- -64.1305°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CUM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICC - Isla De Coche | 42 km | $624 | $1/passenger |
| PMV - Porlamar | 54 km | $803 | $2/passenger |
| BLA - Barcelona | 72 km | $1,070 | $2/passenger |
| CUP - Carupano | 98 km | $1,457 | $3/passenger |
| AAO - Anaco | 119 km | $1,769 | $4/passenger |
| MUN - Maturin | 133 km | $1,977 | $4/passenger |
| SOM - San Tome | 167 km | $2,483 | $5/passenger |
| GUI - Guiria | 199 km | $2,959 | $6/passenger |
| HGE - Higuerote | 215 km | $3,197 | $6/passenger |
| VDP - Valle De La Pascua | 246 km | $3,658 | $7/passenger |
| CBL - Ciudad Bolivar | 267 km | $3,970 | $8/passenger |
| TUV - Tucupita | 270 km | $4,014 | $8/passenger |
| PZO - Guayana | 284 km | $4,223 | $8/passenger |
| POS - Port-of-spain | 306 km | $4,550 | $9/passenger |
| GND - Point Salines | 309 km | $4,594 | $9/passenger |
| CCS - Caracas | 313 km | $4,654 | $9/passenger |
| LRV - Los Roques | 323 km | $4,802 | $10/passenger |
| TAB - Scarborough | 369 km | $5,486 | $11/passenger |
| UNI - Union Island | 381 km | $5,665 | $11/passenger |
| CXA - Caicara De Orinoco | 385 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| MYC - Maracay | 386 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| CIW - Canouan Island | 393 km | $5,843 | $12/passenger |
| CLZ - Calabozo | 398 km | $5,917 | $12/passenger |
| VLN - Valencia | 417 km | $6,200 | $12/passenger |
| MQS - Mustique | 420 km | $6,245 | $12/passenger |
| BQU - Bequia | 421 km | $6,259 | $13/passenger |
| PBL - Puerto Cabello | 431 km | $6,408 | $13/passenger |
| SVD - Kingstown | 442 km | $6,572 | $13/passenger |
| TMO - Tumeremo | 456 km | $6,780 | $14/passenger |
| SFD - San Fernando De Apure | 462 km | $6,869 | $14/passenger |
| BON - Kralendijk | 488 km | $7,256 | $15/passenger |
| CAJ - Canaima | 490 km | $7,285 | $15/passenger |
| EOR - El Dorado | 499 km | $7,419 | $15/passenger |
| UVF - Hewandorra | 503 km | $7,479 | $15/passenger |
| SNF - San Felipe | 506 km | $7,523 | $15/passenger |
| SLU - Castries | 523 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
| USI - Mabaruma | 539 km | $8,014 | $16/passenger |
| CUR - Willemstad | 561 km | $8,341 | $17/passenger |
| AGV - Acarigua | 568 km | $8,445 | $17/passenger |
| FDF - Fort-de-france | 572 km | $8,504 | $17/passenger |
| BRM - Barquisimeto | 574 km | $8,534 | $17/passenger |
| BGI - Bridgetown | 583 km | $8,668 | $17/passenger |
| PCR - Puerto Carreno | 601 km | $8,936 | $18/passenger |
| CZE - Coro | 615 km | $9,144 | $18/passenger |
| DCF - Canefield | 619 km | $9,203 | $18/passenger |
| GUQ - Guanare | 636 km | $9,456 | $19/passenger |
| KAR - Kamarang | 640 km | $9,516 | $19/passenger |
| DOM - Dominica | 644 km | $9,575 | $19/passenger |
| VCR - Carora | 650 km | $9,664 | $19/passenger |
| PYH - Puerto Ayacucho | 659 km | $9,798 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CUM 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 CUM
- 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 Cumana
Cumana has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through CUM
Traveling through Cumana 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 CUM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Cumaná (Antonio José de Sucre) Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CUM
- 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 CUM are ICC, PMV, BLA — consider these for potentially lower fares