FEL - Fürstenfeldbruck Air Base
Fuerstenfeldbruck, Germany
IATA Code: FEL · Fuerstenfeldbruck, Germany
The airport code FEL is the IATA identifier for Fürstenfeldbruck Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Fuerstenfeldbruck Airport (FEL).
Fürstenfeldbruck Air Base (FEL) serves Fuerstenfeldbruck, Germany, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
FEL is the IATA airport code for Fürstenfeldbruck Air Base, located in Fuerstenfeldbruck, Germany. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.2056°N, 11.2669°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
- FEL
- City
- Fuerstenfeldbruck
- Country
- Germany
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Latitude
- 48.2056°
- Longitude
- 11.2669°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from FEL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 14 km | $216 | $0/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 35 km | $540 | $1/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 42 km | $648 | $1/passenger |
| IGS - Ingolstadt | 60 km | $926 | $2/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| INN - Innsbruck | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| RBM - Straubing | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| NUE - Nuernberg | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| URD - Burg Feuerstein | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| GHF - Giebelstadt | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| KZG - Kitzingen | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| BZO - Bolzano | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| BYU - Bayreuth | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| LNZ - Linz | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| HOQ - Hof | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| MHG - Mannheim | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| KLV - Karlovy Vary | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| AVB - Aviano | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| QEF - Egelsbach | 273 km | $4,212 | $8/passenger |
| ZNF - Hanau | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| FRA - Frankfurt | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| KLU - Klagenfurt | 289 km | $4,459 | $9/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| TSF - Treviso | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| VIC - Vicenza | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| WIE - Wiesbaden | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| RMS - Ramstein | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| ERF - Erfurt | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 310 km | $4,783 | $10/passenger |
| VCE - Venice | 311 km | $4,798 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your FEL 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 FEL
- 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 Fuerstenfeldbruck
Fuerstenfeldbruck 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 FEL
As a European airport, FEL 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 FEL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Fürstenfeldbruck Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from FEL
- 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 FEL are OBF, AGB, MUC — consider these for potentially lower fares