DEF - Dezful Airport
Dezful, Iran
IATA Code: DEF · Dezful, Iran
The airport code DEF is the IATA identifier for Dezful Airport. You may also find it referred to as Dezful Airport (DEF).
Dezful Airport (DEF) serves Dezful, Iran, in the Middle East fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
DEF is the IATA airport code for Dezful Airport, located in Dezful, Iran. The airport is situated at coordinates 32.4344°N, 48.3976°E. The current jet fuel price in the Middle East region is $4.90/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Middle East)
$4.90/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- DEF
- City
- Dezful
- Country
- Iran
- Timezone
- Asia/Tehran
- Latitude
- 32.4344°
- Longitude
- 48.3976°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Middle East
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from DEF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KHD - Khorram Abad | 112 km | $1,537 | $3/passenger |
| AWZ - Ahwaz | 127 km | $1,742 | $3/passenger |
| OMI - Omidyeh | 208 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| MRX - Bandar Mahshahr | 221 km | $3,032 | $6/passenger |
| BSR - Basrah | 221 km | $3,032 | $6/passenger |
| AKW - Aghajari | 224 km | $3,073 | $6/passenger |
| IIL - Ilam | 226 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| ABD - Abadan | 230 km | $3,156 | $6/passenger |
| CQD - Shahre Kord | 230 km | $3,156 | $6/passenger |
| AJK - Arak | 232 km | $3,183 | $6/passenger |
| KSH - Bakhtaran | 242 km | $3,320 | $7/passenger |
| HDM - Hamadan | 271 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| IFH - Daran | 301 km | $4,130 | $8/passenger |
| IFN - Esfahan | 326 km | $4,473 | $9/passenger |
| GCH - Gachsaran | 328 km | $4,500 | $9/passenger |
| SDG - Sanandaj | 338 km | $4,637 | $9/passenger |
| KKS - Kashan | 338 km | $4,637 | $9/passenger |
| YES - Yasuj | 355 km | $4,871 | $10/passenger |
| KWI - Kuwait | 359 km | $4,925 | $10/passenger |
| NJF - Najaf | 379 km | $5,200 | $10/passenger |
| XIJ - Ahmed Al Jaber AB | 393 km | $5,392 | $11/passenger |
| KHK - Khark Island | 398 km | $5,461 | $11/passenger |
| BGW - Baghdad | 400 km | $5,488 | $11/passenger |
| XQC - Al Bakr | 411 km | $5,639 | $11/passenger |
| IKA - Tehran | 418 km | $5,735 | $11/passenger |
| PYK - Karaj | 434 km | $5,954 | $12/passenger |
| GZW - Ghazvin | 449 km | $6,160 | $12/passenger |
| ISU - Sulaymaniyah | 449 km | $6,160 | $12/passenger |
| THR - Teheran | 451 km | $6,188 | $12/passenger |
| BUZ - Bushehr | 453 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
| TQD - Al Taqaddum | 459 km | $6,297 | $13/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 483 km | $6,627 | $13/passenger |
| KIK - Kirkuk | 503 km | $6,901 | $14/passenger |
| AQI - Hafr Al-batin | 505 km | $6,929 | $14/passenger |
| SYZ - Shiraz | 513 km | $7,038 | $14/passenger |
| RZR - Ramsar | 540 km | $7,409 | $15/passenger |
| NSH - Noshahr | 548 km | $7,519 | $15/passenger |
| RAS - Rasht | 555 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| AZD - Yazd | 556 km | $7,628 | $15/passenger |
| RAH - Rafha | 562 km | $7,711 | $15/passenger |
| KMC - King Khalid Mil.city | 575 km | $7,889 | $16/passenger |
| IQA - Al Asad | 575 km | $7,889 | $16/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 584 km | $8,012 | $16/passenger |
| EBL - Erbil | 587 km | $8,054 | $16/passenger |
| QJB - Jubail | 608 km | $8,342 | $17/passenger |
| RQW - Qayyarah | 611 km | $8,383 | $17/passenger |
| KNR - Kangan | 639 km | $8,767 | $18/passenger |
| SRY - Dasht-e-naz | 641 km | $8,795 | $18/passenger |
| FAZ - Fasa | 644 km | $8,836 | $18/passenger |
| OSM - Mosul | 646 km | $8,863 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your DEF 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 Middle East region has jet fuel priced at $4.90/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 DEF
- 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 Dezful
Dezful 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 DEF
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, DEF 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.
Planning Your Trip via DEF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Dezful Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from DEF
- Fuel impact awareness: The Middle East region currently prices jet fuel at $4.90/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to DEF are KHD, AWZ, OMI — consider these for potentially lower fares