ESR - Ricardo García Posada Airport
El Salvador, Chile
IATA Code: ESR · El Salvador, Chile
The airport code ESR is the IATA identifier for Ricardo García Posada Airport. You may also find it referred to as El Salvador Airport (ESR).
Ricardo García Posada Airport (ESR) serves El Salvador, Chile, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ESR is the IATA airport code for Ricardo García Posada Airport, located in El Salvador, Chile. The airport is situated at coordinates 26.3111°S, 69.7652°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
- ESR
- City
- El Salvador
- Country
- Chile
- Timezone
- America/Santiago
- Latitude
- -26.3111°
- Longitude
- -69.7652°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ESR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNR - Chañaral | 84 km | $1,249 | $2/passenger |
| TTC - Taltal | 103 km | $1,531 | $3/passenger |
| CPO - Copiapo | 146 km | $2,171 | $4/passenger |
| VLR - Vallenar | 272 km | $4,044 | $8/passenger |
| ANF - Antofagasta | 326 km | $4,847 | $10/passenger |
| LSC - La Serena | 425 km | $6,319 | $13/passenger |
| CJC - Calama | 433 km | $6,438 | $13/passenger |
| IRJ - La Rioja | 449 km | $6,676 | $13/passenger |
| SLA - Salta | 459 km | $6,824 | $14/passenger |
| TOQ - Tocopilla | 465 km | $6,914 | $14/passenger |
| TUC - Tucuman | 467 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| CTC - Catamarca | 470 km | $6,988 | $14/passenger |
| RHD - Rio Hondo | 497 km | $7,389 | $15/passenger |
| JUJ - Jujuy | 515 km | $7,657 | $15/passenger |
| SDE - Santiago Del Estero | 564 km | $8,386 | $17/passenger |
| UAQ - San Juan | 599 km | $8,906 | $18/passenger |
| IQQ - Iquique | 644 km | $9,575 | $19/passenger |
| ORA - Oran | 652 km | $9,694 | $19/passenger |
| BJO - Bermejo | 677 km | $10,066 | $20/passenger |
| UYU - Uyuni | 717 km | $10,660 | $21/passenger |
| TTG - Tartagal | 730 km | $10,854 | $22/passenger |
| MDZ - Mendoza | 731 km | $10,869 | $22/passenger |
| TJA - Tarija | 738 km | $10,973 | $22/passenger |
| KNA - Vina del Mar | 756 km | $11,240 | $22/passenger |
| VDR - Villa Dolores | 770 km | $11,448 | $23/passenger |
| COR - Cordoba | 777 km | $11,552 | $23/passenger |
| BYC - Yacuiba | 786 km | $11,686 | $23/passenger |
| SCL - Santiago | 794 km | $11,805 | $24/passenger |
| LUQ - San Luis | 841 km | $12,504 | $25/passenger |
| VLM - Villa Montes | 857 km | $12,742 | $25/passenger |
| POI - Potosi | 859 km | $12,772 | $26/passenger |
| QRC - Rancagua | 880 km | $13,084 | $26/passenger |
| ARI - Arica | 887 km | $13,188 | $26/passenger |
| TCQ - Tacna | 920 km | $13,679 | $27/passenger |
| RCU - Rio Cuarto | 922 km | $13,708 | $27/passenger |
| PRQ - Presidencia R.s.pena | 924 km | $13,738 | $27/passenger |
| VME - Villa Reynolds | 926 km | $13,768 | $28/passenger |
| AFA - San Rafael | 930 km | $13,827 | $28/passenger |
| SRE - Sucre | 933 km | $13,872 | $28/passenger |
| NCJ - Sunchales | 955 km | $14,199 | $28/passenger |
| ORU - Oruro | 969 km | $14,407 | $29/passenger |
| ILQ - Ilo | 972 km | $14,452 | $29/passenger |
| LGS - Malargue | 1,021 km | $15,180 | $30/passenger |
| TLX - Talca | 1,023 km | $15,210 | $30/passenger |
| ESG - Mariscal Estigarribia | 1,041 km | $15,478 | $31/passenger |
| RCQ - Reconquista | 1,043 km | $15,507 | $31/passenger |
| CBB - Cochabamba | 1,055 km | $15,686 | $31/passenger |
| SFN - Santa Fe | 1,057 km | $15,715 | $31/passenger |
| RES - Resistencia | 1,069 km | $15,894 | $32/passenger |
| OYA - Goya | 1,083 km | $16,102 | $32/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ESR 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 ESR
- 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 El Salvador
El Salvador 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 ESR
Traveling through El Salvador 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 ESR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ricardo García Posada Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ESR
- 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 ESR are CNR, TTC, CPO — consider these for potentially lower fares