ESE - Ensenada International Airport
Ensenada, Mexico
IATA Code: ESE · Ensenada, Mexico
The airport code ESE is the IATA identifier for Ensenada International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Ensenada Airport (ESE).
Ensenada International Airport (ESE) serves Ensenada, Mexico, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ESE is the IATA airport code for Ensenada International Airport, located in Ensenada, Mexico. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.7953°N, 116.6030°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ESE
- City
- Ensenada
- Country
- Mexico
- Timezone
- America/Tijuana
- Latitude
- 31.7953°
- Longitude
- -116.6030°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ESE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIJ - Tijuana | 90 km | $1,338 | $3/passenger |
| SDM - San Diego | 93 km | $1,383 | $3/passenger |
| NZY - San Diego | 116 km | $1,725 | $3/passenger |
| SAN - San Diego | 118 km | $1,754 | $4/passenger |
| SEE - El Cajon | 120 km | $1,784 | $4/passenger |
| NKX - Miramar | 130 km | $1,933 | $4/passenger |
| CXL - Calexico | 141 km | $2,096 | $4/passenger |
| NJK - El Centro | 144 km | $2,141 | $4/passenger |
| IPL - Imperial | 150 km | $2,230 | $4/passenger |
| MXL - Mexicali | 158 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| CLD - Carlsbad | 161 km | $2,394 | $5/passenger |
| OCN - Fraser Island | 173 km | $2,572 | $5/passenger |
| SFH - San Filipe | 196 km | $2,914 | $6/passenger |
| RBK - Murrieta-Temecula | 204 km | $3,033 | $6/passenger |
| TRM - Palm Springs | 208 km | $3,093 | $6/passenger |
| YUM - Yuma | 211 km | $3,137 | $6/passenger |
| UDD - Palm Springs | 219 km | $3,256 | $7/passenger |
| PSP - Palm Springs | 226 km | $3,360 | $7/passenger |
| NZJ - Santa Ana | 234 km | $3,479 | $7/passenger |
| BNG - Banning | 238 km | $3,539 | $7/passenger |
| RIV - Riverside | 240 km | $3,568 | $7/passenger |
| SNA - Santa Ana | 240 km | $3,568 | $7/passenger |
| AVX - Catalina Island | 247 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| RAL - Riverside | 252 km | $3,747 | $7/passenger |
| CNO - Chino | 261 km | $3,881 | $8/passenger |
| SBD - San Bernardino | 262 km | $3,895 | $8/passenger |
| FUL - Fullerton | 264 km | $3,925 | $8/passenger |
| LGB - Long Beach | 267 km | $3,970 | $8/passenger |
| ONT - Ontario | 268 km | $3,985 | $8/passenger |
| BLH - Blythe | 269 km | $3,999 | $8/passenger |
| TOA - Torrance | 276 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| CCB - Upland | 277 km | $4,118 | $8/passenger |
| POC - La Verne | 278 km | $4,133 | $8/passenger |
| HHR - Hawthorne | 287 km | $4,267 | $9/passenger |
| EMT - El Monte | 288 km | $4,282 | $9/passenger |
| LAX - Los Angeles | 292 km | $4,341 | $9/passenger |
| SMO - Santa Monica | 301 km | $4,475 | $9/passenger |
| BUR - Burbank | 314 km | $4,669 | $9/passenger |
| PPE - Punta Penasco | 316 km | $4,698 | $9/passenger |
| VCV - Victorville | 320 km | $4,758 | $10/passenger |
| VNY - Van Nuys | 321 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| WHP - Los Angeles | 322 km | $4,787 | $10/passenger |
| DAG - Daggett | 341 km | $5,070 | $10/passenger |
| PMD - Palmdale | 344 km | $5,115 | $10/passenger |
| NTD - Point Mugu | 349 km | $5,189 | $10/passenger |
| WJF - Lancaster | 360 km | $5,352 | $11/passenger |
| OXR - Oxnard | 361 km | $5,367 | $11/passenger |
| EDW - Edwards Afb | 366 km | $5,442 | $11/passenger |
| HII - Lake Havasu City | 373 km | $5,546 | $11/passenger |
| EED - Needles | 378 km | $5,620 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ESE 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 Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/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 ESE
- 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 Ensenada
Ensenada 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 ESE
Traveling through Ensenada in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via ESE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ensenada International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ESE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ESE are TIJ, SDM, NZY — consider these for potentially lower fares