FAE - Vagar Airport
Vagar, Faroe Islands
IATA Code: FAE · Vagar, Faroe Islands
The airport code FAE is the IATA identifier for Vagar Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vagar Airport (FAE).
Vagar Airport (FAE) serves Vagar, Faroe Islands, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
FAE is the IATA airport code for Vagar Airport, located in Vagar, Faroe Islands. The airport is situated at coordinates 62.0636°N, 7.2772°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- FAE
- City
- Vagar
- Country
- Faroe Islands
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Faeroe
- Latitude
- 62.0636°
- Longitude
- -7.2772°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from FAE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCS - Scatsta | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| UNT - Unst | 372 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| WRY - Westray | 383 km | $5,909 | $12/passenger |
| PPW - Papa Westray | 384 km | $5,924 | $12/passenger |
| LWK - Lerwick | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| OUK - Outer Skerries | 394 km | $6,079 | $12/passenger |
| NRL - North Ronaldsay | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| EOI - Eday | 403 km | $6,217 | $12/passenger |
| LSI - Sumburgh | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| NDY - Sanday | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| SOY - Stronsay | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| FIE - Fair Isle | 416 km | $6,418 | $13/passenger |
| KOI - Kirkwall | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| SYY - Stornoway | 431 km | $6,649 | $13/passenger |
| WIC - Wick | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| NOR - Nordfjordur | 467 km | $7,205 | $14/passenger |
| HFN - Hofn | 469 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| EGS - Egilsstadir | 501 km | $7,729 | $15/passenger |
| BEB - Benbecula | 510 km | $7,868 | $16/passenger |
| LMO - Lossiemouth | 532 km | $8,208 | $16/passenger |
| FSS - Kinloss | 533 km | $8,223 | $16/passenger |
| INV - Inverness | 534 km | $8,239 | $16/passenger |
| VPN - Vopnafjörður | 549 km | $8,470 | $17/passenger |
| BRR - Barra | 561 km | $8,655 | $17/passenger |
| THO - Thorshofn | 604 km | $9,319 | $19/passenger |
| ABZ - Aberdeen | 611 km | $9,427 | $19/passenger |
| MVA - Myvatn | 617 km | $9,519 | $19/passenger |
| TRE - Tiree | 619 km | $9,550 | $19/passenger |
| OBN - North Connel | 632 km | $9,750 | $20/passenger |
| FRO - Floro | 647 km | $9,982 | $20/passenger |
| HZK - Husavik | 656 km | $10,121 | $20/passenger |
| AEY - Akureyri | 662 km | $10,213 | $20/passenger |
| PSL - Perth | 663 km | $10,229 | $20/passenger |
| DND - Dundee | 669 km | $10,321 | $21/passenger |
| CSA - Colonsay | 670 km | $10,337 | $21/passenger |
| VEY - Vestmannaeyjar | 678 km | $10,460 | $21/passenger |
| ADX - Leuchars | 680 km | $10,491 | $21/passenger |
| AES - Alesund | 693 km | $10,692 | $21/passenger |
| BGO - Bergen | 697 km | $10,753 | $22/passenger |
| SDN - Sandane | 699 km | $10,784 | $22/passenger |
| GLA - Glasgow | 707 km | $10,908 | $22/passenger |
| ILY - Islay | 712 km | $10,985 | $22/passenger |
| EDI - Edinburgh | 715 km | $11,031 | $22/passenger |
| GRY - Grímsey | 717 km | $11,062 | $22/passenger |
| SIJ - Siglufjordur | 722 km | $11,139 | $22/passenger |
| SAK - Saudarkrokur | 725 km | $11,185 | $22/passenger |
| SRP - Stord | 726 km | $11,201 | $22/passenger |
| HAU - Haugesund | 742 km | $11,448 | $23/passenger |
| CAL - Campbeltown | 742 km | $11,448 | $23/passenger |
| PIK - Prestwick | 745 km | $11,494 | $23/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your FAE 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 Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/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 FAE
- 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 Vagar
Vagar has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through FAE
FAE provides air connectivity for Vagar, Faroe Islands. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via FAE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vagar Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from FAE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to FAE are SCS, UNT, WRY — consider these for potentially lower fares