DCM - Castres-Mazamet Airport
Castres, France
IATA Code: DCM · Castres, France
The airport code DCM is the IATA identifier for Castres-Mazamet Airport. You may also find it referred to as Castres Airport (DCM).
Castres-Mazamet Airport (DCM) serves Castres, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
DCM is the IATA airport code for Castres-Mazamet Airport, located in Castres, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.5563°N, 2.2892°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
- DCM
- City
- Castres
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 43.5563°
- Longitude
- 2.2892°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from DCM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CCF - Carcassonne | 38 km | $586 | $1/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 42 km | $648 | $1/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 96 km | $1,481 | $3/passenger |
| PGF - Perpignan | 102 km | $1,574 | $3/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| GRO - Gerona | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| XOG - Orange | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| QSA - Sabadell | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| MRS - Marseille | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| ILD - Lleida | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| BCN - Barcelona | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| REU - Reus | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| CTT - Le Castellet | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 314 km | $4,844 | $10/passenger |
| TLN - Hyeres | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 327 km | $5,045 | $10/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 330 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| LTT - La Môle | 341 km | $5,261 | $11/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 344 km | $5,307 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your DCM 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 DCM
- 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 Castres
Castres 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 DCM
As a European airport, DCM 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.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via DCM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Castres-Mazamet Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from DCM
- 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 DCM are CCF, LBI, TLS — consider these for potentially lower fares