ESU - Mogador Airport
Essadouira, Morocco
IATA Code: ESU · Essadouira, Morocco
The airport code ESU is the IATA identifier for Mogador Airport. You may also find it referred to as Essadouira Airport (ESU).
Mogador Airport (ESU) serves Essadouira, Morocco, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ESU is the IATA airport code for Mogador Airport, located in Essadouira, Morocco. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.3975°N, 9.6817°W. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ESU
- City
- Essadouira
- Country
- Morocco
- Timezone
- Africa/Casablanca
- Latitude
- 31.3975°
- Longitude
- -9.6817°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ESU
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGA - Agadir | 122 km | $1,899 | $4/passenger |
| RAK - Marrakech | 158 km | $2,460 | $5/passenger |
| OZZ - Ouarzazate | 269 km | $4,188 | $8/passenger |
| CMN - Casablanca | 294 km | $4,577 | $9/passenger |
| BEM - Beni Mellal | 337 km | $5,246 | $10/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 341 km | $5,309 | $11/passenger |
| TTA - Tan Tan | 358 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
| OZG - Zagora | 383 km | $5,963 | $12/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 403 km | $6,274 | $13/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 433 km | $6,741 | $13/passenger |
| TIN - Tindouf | 436 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| ACE - Arrecife | 465 km | $7,239 | $14/passenger |
| MEK - Meknes | 478 km | $7,442 | $15/passenger |
| ERH - Er-rachidia | 504 km | $7,846 | $16/passenger |
| FUE - Fuerteventura | 519 km | $8,080 | $16/passenger |
| FEZ - Fes | 522 km | $8,126 | $16/passenger |
| SMW - Smara | 554 km | $8,625 | $17/passenger |
| EUN - El Aaiún | 584 km | $9,092 | $18/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 594 km | $9,247 | $18/passenger |
| TTU - Tetouan | 617 km | $9,605 | $19/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 644 km | $10,026 | $20/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 647 km | $10,072 | $20/passenger |
| PXO - Porto Santo | 654 km | $10,181 | $20/passenger |
| AEI - Algeciras | 656 km | $10,213 | $20/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 659 km | $10,259 | $21/passenger |
| GIB - Gibraltar | 663 km | $10,322 | $21/passenger |
| LPA - Gran Canaria | 672 km | $10,462 | $21/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 682 km | $10,617 | $21/passenger |
| FNC - Funchal | 684 km | $10,649 | $21/passenger |
| AHU - Al Hociema | 686 km | $10,680 | $21/passenger |
| CBH - Béchar | 703 km | $10,944 | $22/passenger |
| TFN - Tenerife | 719 km | $11,193 | $22/passenger |
| NDR - El Aroui | 736 km | $11,458 | $23/passenger |
| UAR - Bouarfa | 737 km | $11,474 | $23/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 743 km | $11,567 | $23/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 754 km | $11,738 | $23/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 756 km | $11,769 | $24/passenger |
| MLN - Melilla | 759 km | $11,816 | $24/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 760 km | $11,832 | $24/passenger |
| TFS - Tenerife | 763 km | $11,878 | $24/passenger |
| OUD - Oujda | 815 km | $12,688 | $25/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 815 km | $12,688 | $25/passenger |
| GMZ - La Gomera | 818 km | $12,735 | $25/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 823 km | $12,812 | $26/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 834 km | $12,984 | $26/passenger |
| SPC - Santa Cruz De La Palma | 836 km | $13,015 | $26/passenger |
| ODB - Cordoba | 842 km | $13,108 | $26/passenger |
| GRX - Granada | 842 km | $13,108 | $26/passenger |
| TLM - Tlemcen | 865 km | $13,466 | $27/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 873 km | $13,591 | $27/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ESU 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 ESU
- 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 Essadouira
Essadouira 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 ESU
ESU operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via ESU
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Mogador Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ESU
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ESU are AGA, RAK, OZZ — consider these for potentially lower fares