CWT - Cowra Airport
Chatsworth, Australia
IATA Code: CWT · Chatsworth, Australia
The airport code CWT is the IATA identifier for Cowra Airport. You may also find it referred to as Chatsworth Airport (CWT).
Cowra Airport (CWT) serves Chatsworth, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CWT is the IATA airport code for Cowra Airport, located in Chatsworth, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 33.8447°S, 148.6490°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
- CWT
- City
- Chatsworth
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Latitude
- -33.8447°
- Longitude
- 148.6490°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CWT
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| NGA - | 59 km | $851 | $2/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 68 km | $981 | $2/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 85 km | $1,226 | $2/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 88 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| CMD - | 104 km | $1,500 | $3/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 105 km | $1,514 | $3/passenger |
| TEM - Temora | 123 km | $1,774 | $4/passenger |
| WWY - West Wyalong | 135 km | $1,947 | $4/passenger |
| GUL - Goulburn | 146 km | $2,105 | $4/passenger |
| TUM - | 162 km | $2,336 | $5/passenger |
| DGE - Mudgee | 168 km | $2,423 | $5/passenger |
| CBR - Canberra | 170 km | $2,451 | $5/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 181 km | $2,610 | $5/passenger |
| WGA - Wagga Wagga | 183 km | $2,639 | $5/passenger |
| QRM - | 186 km | $2,682 | $5/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 189 km | $2,725 | $5/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 199 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 212 km | $3,057 | $6/passenger |
| NOA - Nowra | 212 km | $3,057 | $6/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 216 km | $3,115 | $6/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 218 km | $3,144 | $6/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 234 km | $3,374 | $7/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 242 km | $3,490 | $7/passenger |
| QRR - | 248 km | $3,576 | $7/passenger |
| MYA - Moruya | 266 km | $3,836 | $8/passenger |
| CYG - | 269 km | $3,879 | $8/passenger |
| OOM - Cooma | 275 km | $3,966 | $8/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 276 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 285 km | $4,110 | $8/passenger |
| NSO - Scone | 286 km | $4,124 | $8/passenger |
| ABX - Albury | 291 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 291 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 293 km | $4,225 | $8/passenger |
| NTL - Newcastle | 318 km | $4,586 | $9/passenger |
| CWW - | 318 km | $4,586 | $9/passenger |
| CNB - Coonamble | 319 km | $4,600 | $9/passenger |
| GUH - | 354 km | $5,105 | $10/passenger |
| WGT - | 356 km | $5,134 | $10/passenger |
| MIM - Merimbula | 359 km | $5,177 | $10/passenger |
| HXX - | 359 km | $5,177 | $10/passenger |
| TMW - Tamworth | 370 km | $5,335 | $11/passenger |
| CAZ - Cobar | 370 km | $5,335 | $11/passenger |
| MHU - Mount Hotham | 376 km | $5,422 | $11/passenger |
| BLN - | 385 km | $5,552 | $11/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 388 km | $5,595 | $11/passenger |
| NAA - Narrabri | 407 km | $5,869 | $12/passenger |
| SHT - Shepparton | 413 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| TRO - Taree | 421 km | $6,071 | $12/passenger |
| WGE - Walgett | 427 km | $6,157 | $12/passenger |
| XMC - Mallacoota | 428 km | $6,172 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CWT 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 CWT
- 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 Chatsworth
Chatsworth 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 CWT
Located in the Oceania region, CWT 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 CWT
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Cowra Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CWT
- 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 CWT are NGA, OAG, FRB — consider these for potentially lower fares