FDH - Friedrichshafen Airport
Friedrichshafen, Germany
IATA Code: FDH · Friedrichshafen, Germany
The airport code FDH is the IATA identifier for Friedrichshafen Airport. You may also find it referred to as Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH).
Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) serves Friedrichshafen, Germany, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
FDH is the IATA airport code for Friedrichshafen Airport, located in Friedrichshafen, Germany. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.6713°N, 9.5115°E. 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
- FDH
- City
- Friedrichshafen
- Country
- Germany
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Latitude
- 47.6713°
- Longitude
- 9.5115°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from FDH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACH - Altenrhein | 21 km | $324 | $1/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 35 km | $540 | $1/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 65 km | $1,003 | $2/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 81 km | $1,250 | $3/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 115 km | $1,774 | $4/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| FEL - Fuerstenfeldbruck | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| INN - Innsbruck | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 170 km | $2,623 | $5/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| IGS - Ingolstadt | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| BZO - Bolzano | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| MHG - Mannheim | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| GHF - Giebelstadt | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| NUE - Nuernberg | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| KZG - Kitzingen | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| RMS - Ramstein | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| VBS - Brescia | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| RBM - Straubing | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| QEF - Egelsbach | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| URD - Burg Feuerstein | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| FRA - Frankfurt | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| VRN - Villafranca | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your FDH 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 FDH
- 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 Friedrichshafen
Friedrichshafen 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 FDH
As a European airport, FDH falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 Germany Travel Tips
German airports serve as major European hubs, with Frankfurt and Munich handling significant transit traffic. Efficient rail connections (Deutsche Bahn) integrate directly with airport terminals in many cities.
Planning Your Trip via FDH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Friedrichshafen Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from FDH
- 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 FDH are ACH, HOH, FMM — consider these for potentially lower fares