DGE - Mudgee Airport
Mudgee, Australia
IATA Code: DGE · Mudgee, Australia
The airport code DGE is the IATA identifier for Mudgee Airport. You may also find it referred to as Mudgee Airport (DGE).
Mudgee Airport (DGE) serves Mudgee, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
DGE is the IATA airport code for Mudgee Airport, located in Mudgee, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 32.5625°S, 149.6110°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
- DGE
- City
- Mudgee
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Latitude
- -32.5625°
- Longitude
- 149.6110°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from DGE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHS - Bathurst | 94 km | $1,355 | $3/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 101 km | $1,456 | $3/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 105 km | $1,514 | $3/passenger |
| NSO - Scone | 129 km | $1,860 | $4/passenger |
| QRM - | 136 km | $1,961 | $4/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 141 km | $2,033 | $4/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 143 km | $2,062 | $4/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 159 km | $2,293 | $5/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 164 km | $2,365 | $5/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 168 km | $2,423 | $5/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 177 km | $2,552 | $5/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 180 km | $2,596 | $5/passenger |
| GUH - | 188 km | $2,711 | $5/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 192 km | $2,769 | $6/passenger |
| QRR - | 194 km | $2,797 | $6/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 198 km | $2,855 | $6/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 198 km | $2,855 | $6/passenger |
| TMW - Tamworth | 202 km | $2,913 | $6/passenger |
| NTL - Newcastle | 210 km | $3,028 | $6/passenger |
| CNB - Coonamble | 211 km | $3,043 | $6/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 212 km | $3,057 | $6/passenger |
| NGA - | 227 km | $3,273 | $7/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 248 km | $3,576 | $7/passenger |
| NAA - Narrabri | 250 km | $3,605 | $7/passenger |
| GUL - Goulburn | 250 km | $3,605 | $7/passenger |
| CMD - | 272 km | $3,922 | $8/passenger |
| WWY - West Wyalong | 272 km | $3,922 | $8/passenger |
| NOA - Nowra | 279 km | $4,023 | $8/passenger |
| TRO - Taree | 283 km | $4,081 | $8/passenger |
| TEM - Temora | 284 km | $4,095 | $8/passenger |
| ARM - Armidale | 295 km | $4,254 | $9/passenger |
| CBR - Canberra | 308 km | $4,441 | $9/passenger |
| WGE - Walgett | 315 km | $4,542 | $9/passenger |
| TUM - | 326 km | $4,701 | $9/passenger |
| PQQ - Port Macquarie | 331 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| IVR - Inverell | 331 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| MRZ - Moree | 341 km | $4,917 | $10/passenger |
| KPS - | 341 km | $4,917 | $10/passenger |
| WGA - Wagga Wagga | 351 km | $5,061 | $10/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 373 km | $5,379 | $11/passenger |
| MYA - Moruya | 374 km | $5,393 | $11/passenger |
| CAZ - Cobar | 377 km | $5,436 | $11/passenger |
| GLI - Glen Innes | 377 km | $5,436 | $11/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 379 km | $5,465 | $11/passenger |
| LHG - Lightning Ridge | 379 km | $5,465 | $11/passenger |
| BWQ - | 392 km | $5,653 | $11/passenger |
| CFS - Coff'''s Harbour | 416 km | $5,999 | $12/passenger |
| OOM - Cooma | 420 km | $6,056 | $12/passenger |
| CYG - | 432 km | $6,229 | $12/passenger |
| BRK - Bourke | 447 km | $6,446 | $13/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your DGE 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 DGE
- 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 Mudgee
Mudgee 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 DGE
Located in the Oceania region, DGE 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 DGE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Mudgee Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from DGE
- 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 DGE are BHS, OAG, DBO — consider these for potentially lower fares