DAT - Datong Airport

Datong, China

IATA Code: DAT · Datong, China

The airport code DAT is the IATA identifier for Datong Airport. You may also find it referred to as Datong Airport (DAT).

Datong Airport (DAT) serves Datong, China, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

DAT is the IATA airport code for Datong Airport, located in Datong, China. The airport is situated at coordinates 40.0603°N, 113.4820°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
DAT
City
Datong
Country
China
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Latitude
40.0603°
Longitude
113.4820°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Asia Pacific

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from DAT

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
UCB - Wulanchabu 123 km $1,774 $4/passenger
ZQZ - Zhangjiakou 144 km $2,076 $4/passenger
HET - Hohhot 166 km $2,394 $5/passenger
WUT - Xinzhou 169 km $2,437 $5/passenger
SJW - Shijiazhuang 224 km $3,230 $6/passenger
NAY - Beijing 250 km $3,605 $7/passenger
PKX - Beijing 258 km $3,720 $7/passenger
PEK - Beijing 264 km $3,807 $8/passenger
TYN - Taiyuan 268 km $3,865 $8/passenger
BAV - Baotou 301 km $4,340 $9/passenger
DSN - Dongsheng 316 km $4,557 $9/passenger
LLV - Lvliang 333 km $4,802 $10/passenger
TSN - Tianjin 347 km $5,004 $10/passenger
UYN - Yulin 385 km $5,552 $11/passenger
ERL - Erenhot 391 km $5,638 $11/passenger
HDG - Handan 402 km $5,797 $12/passenger
CDE - Chengde 405 km $5,840 $12/passenger
CIH - Changzhi 425 km $6,129 $12/passenger
LFQ - LINFEN 465 km $6,705 $13/passenger
XIL - Xilinhot 475 km $6,850 $14/passenger
BPE - Bagan 478 km $6,893 $14/passenger
TNA - Jinan 482 km $6,950 $14/passenger
RLK - Bayannur 495 km $7,138 $14/passenger
ENY - Yan'''an 512 km $7,383 $15/passenger
CIF - Chifeng 515 km $7,426 $15/passenger
SHP - Qinhuangdao 532 km $7,671 $15/passenger
DOY - Dongying 540 km $7,787 $16/passenger
WUA - Wuhai 570 km $8,219 $16/passenger
JNG - Jining 587 km $8,465 $17/passenger
YCU - Yuncheng 591 km $8,522 $17/passenger
LYA - Luoyang 599 km $8,638 $17/passenger
CHG - Chaoyang 608 km $8,767 $18/passenger
XEN - 614 km $8,854 $18/passenger
CGO - Zhengzhou 617 km $8,897 $18/passenger
WEF - Weifang 621 km $8,955 $18/passenger
JNZ - Jinzhou 650 km $9,373 $19/passenger
AXF - Alxa Left Banner 693 km $9,993 $20/passenger
IQN - Qingyang 700 km $10,094 $20/passenger
DLC - Dalian 702 km $10,123 $20/passenger
LYI - Linyi 707 km $10,195 $20/passenger
RIZ - Rizhao 729 km $10,512 $21/passenger
UUN - 734 km $10,584 $21/passenger
TAO - Qingdao 735 km $10,599 $21/passenger
SIA - Xi'''AN 740 km $10,671 $21/passenger
YNT - Yantai 745 km $10,743 $21/passenger
XIY - Xi'''an 751 km $10,829 $22/passenger
YKH - Yingkou 754 km $10,873 $22/passenger
XUZ - Xuzhou 759 km $10,945 $22/passenger
ZHY - Zhongwei 772 km $11,132 $22/passenger
HUO - Holingol 773 km $11,147 $22/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your DAT 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.

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Climate & Weather at Datong

Datong 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 DAT

Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, DAT is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.

🇺🇳 China Travel Tips

Chinese airports require valid visas for most foreign nationals, though transit without visa (TWOV) programs exist at select airports for stays under 72-144 hours. High-speed rail (HSR) connections are available at many major airports.

Planning Your Trip via DAT

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