FCA - Glacier Park International Airport
Kalispell, United States
IATA Code: FCA · Kalispell, United States
The airport code FCA is the IATA identifier for Glacier Park International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kalispell Airport (FCA).
Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) serves Kalispell, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
FCA is the IATA airport code for Glacier Park International Airport, located in Kalispell, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.3105°N, 114.2560°W. 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
- FCA
- City
- Kalispell
- Country
- United States
- Timezone
- America/Denver
- Latitude
- 48.3105°
- Longitude
- -114.2560°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from FCA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| CTB - Cutbank | 143 km | $2,086 | $4/passenger |
| MSO - Missoula | 156 km | $2,276 | $5/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 181 km | $2,640 | $5/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 183 km | $2,670 | $5/passenger |
| COE - Coeur d'''Alene | 200 km | $2,918 | $6/passenger |
| GTF - Great Falls | 234 km | $3,414 | $7/passenger |
| SFF - Spokane | 239 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| HLN - Helena | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| GEG - Spokane | 256 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 260 km | $3,793 | $8/passenger |
| SKA - Spokane | 265 km | $3,866 | $8/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 270 km | $3,939 | $8/passenger |
| PUW - Pullman | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| BTM - Butte | 294 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| LWS - Lewiston | 299 km | $4,362 | $9/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 311 km | $4,537 | $9/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| YXH - Medicine Hat | 320 km | $4,668 | $9/passenger |
| HVR - Havre | 333 km | $4,858 | $10/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 335 km | $4,887 | $10/passenger |
| SMN - Salmon | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| BZN - Bozeman | 367 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| LWT - Lewistown | 385 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| ALW - Walla Walla | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 398 km | $5,806 | $12/passenger |
| MYL - McCall | 406 km | $5,923 | $12/passenger |
| LVM - Livingston-Montana | 409 km | $5,966 | $12/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 409 km | $5,966 | $12/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 411 km | $5,996 | $12/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 415 km | $6,054 | $12/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 426 km | $6,214 | $12/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 431 km | $6,287 | $13/passenger |
| PSC - Pasco | 431 km | $6,287 | $13/passenger |
| LGD - La Grande | 441 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 445 km | $6,492 | $13/passenger |
| PDT - Pendleton | 453 km | $6,608 | $13/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 455 km | $6,638 | $13/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 460 km | $6,710 | $13/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 464 km | $6,769 | $14/passenger |
| WYS - West Yellowstone | 469 km | $6,842 | $14/passenger |
| BKE - Baker City | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 509 km | $7,425 | $15/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 511 km | $7,454 | $15/passenger |
| BIL - Billings | 514 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 520 km | $7,586 | $15/passenger |
| ONO - Ontario | 522 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 524 km | $7,644 | $15/passenger |
| SUN - Hailey | 534 km | $7,790 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your FCA 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 FCA
- 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 Kalispell
Kalispell 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 FCA
Traveling through Kalispell in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North 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.
🇺🇳 United States Travel Tips
Within the United States, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry can significantly reduce security wait times. Domestic flights require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport starting in 2025. Jet fuel prices in North America tend to be among the most competitive globally, though they remain sensitive to Gulf of Mexico refining capacity.
Planning Your Trip via FCA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Glacier Park International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from FCA
- 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 FCA are WPC, CTB, MSO — consider these for potentially lower fares