ECH - Echuca Airport
, Australia
IATA Code: ECH · , Australia
The airport code ECH is the IATA identifier for Echuca Airport. You may also find it referred to as Airport (ECH).
Echuca Airport (ECH) serves , Australia, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ECH is the IATA airport code for Echuca Airport, located in , Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 36.1572°S, 144.7620°E. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ECH
- City
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- -36.1572°
- Longitude
- 144.7620°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ECH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHT - Shepparton | 64 km | $934 | $2/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 69 km | $1,007 | $2/passenger |
| BXG - Bendigo | 75 km | $1,094 | $2/passenger |
| KRA - | 87 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| BLN - | 120 km | $1,751 | $4/passenger |
| SWH - Swan Hill | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| WGT - | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| CWW - | 144 km | $2,101 | $4/passenger |
| MEL - Melbourne | 169 km | $2,465 | $5/passenger |
| MEB - Melbourne | 175 km | $2,553 | $5/passenger |
| HXX - | 181 km | $2,640 | $5/passenger |
| ABX - Albury | 198 km | $2,888 | $6/passenger |
| BZD - | 201 km | $2,932 | $6/passenger |
| ARY - | 203 km | $2,961 | $6/passenger |
| MBW - Melbourne | 204 km | $2,976 | $6/passenger |
| SWC - | 207 km | $3,020 | $6/passenger |
| AVV - Avalon | 211 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| WKB - | 211 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| HTU - | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 227 km | $3,311 | $7/passenger |
| GEX - Geelong | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| HSM - Horsham | 239 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 243 km | $3,545 | $7/passenger |
| MHU - Mount Hotham | 250 km | $3,647 | $7/passenger |
| WGA - Wagga Wagga | 268 km | $3,910 | $8/passenger |
| TGN - Morwell | 274 km | $3,997 | $8/passenger |
| CYG - | 281 km | $4,099 | $8/passenger |
| SXE - Sale | 290 km | $4,231 | $8/passenger |
| HLT - Hamilton | 292 km | $4,260 | $9/passenger |
| WMB - Warrnambool | 314 km | $4,581 | $9/passenger |
| TEM - Temora | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| BSJ - Bairnsdale | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| MQL - Mildura | 324 km | $4,727 | $9/passenger |
| TUM - | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| WWY - West Wyalong | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| CMD - | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| NAC - Naracoorte | 372 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| OOM - Cooma | 378 km | $5,514 | $11/passenger |
| PTJ - Portland | 378 km | $5,514 | $11/passenger |
| NGA - | 381 km | $5,558 | $11/passenger |
| MGB - Mount Gambier | 395 km | $5,762 | $12/passenger |
| CBR - Canberra | 411 km | $5,996 | $12/passenger |
| KNS - King Island | 421 km | $6,142 | $12/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 425 km | $6,200 | $12/passenger |
| RMK - Renmark | 431 km | $6,287 | $13/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 438 km | $6,390 | $13/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 463 km | $6,754 | $14/passenger |
| MIM - Merimbula | 467 km | $6,813 | $14/passenger |
| XMC - Mallacoota | 469 km | $6,842 | $14/passenger |
| GUL - Goulburn | 474 km | $6,915 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ECH 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 ECH
- 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
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 ECH
ECH provides air connectivity for , Australia. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
🇺🇳 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 ECH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Echuca Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ECH
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ECH are SHT, DNQ, BXG — consider these for potentially lower fares