FOS - Forrest Airport
Forrest, Australia
IATA Code: FOS · Forrest, Australia
The airport code FOS is the IATA identifier for Forrest Airport. You may also find it referred to as Forrest Airport (FOS).
Forrest Airport (FOS) serves Forrest, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
FOS is the IATA airport code for Forrest Airport, located in Forrest, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 30.8381°S, 128.1150°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- FOS
- City
- Forrest
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Perth
- Latitude
- -30.8381°
- Longitude
- 128.1150°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from FOS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KYI - Yalata | 360 km | $5,191 | $10/passenger |
| CED - Ceduna | 550 km | $7,931 | $16/passenger |
| LVO - Laverton | 603 km | $8,695 | $17/passenger |
| AMT - Amata | 606 km | $8,739 | $17/passenger |
| KGI - Kalgoorlie | 635 km | $9,157 | $18/passenger |
| CPD - Coober Pedy | 667 km | $9,618 | $19/passenger |
| EPR - Esperance | 671 km | $9,676 | $19/passenger |
| DKV - Docker River | 671 km | $9,676 | $19/passenger |
| AYQ - Uluru | 688 km | $9,921 | $20/passenger |
| LNO - Leonora | 691 km | $9,964 | $20/passenger |
| PXH - Prominent Hill | 722 km | $10,411 | $21/passenger |
| LER - Leinster | 792 km | $11,421 | $23/passenger |
| KCS - Petermann | 802 km | $11,565 | $23/passenger |
| EDD - Erldunda | 804 km | $11,594 | $23/passenger |
| RVT - Ravensthorpe | 812 km | $11,709 | $23/passenger |
| UMR - Woomera | 830 km | $11,969 | $24/passenger |
| WME - Mount Keith | 834 km | $12,026 | $24/passenger |
| PLO - Port Lincoln | 838 km | $12,084 | $24/passenger |
| OLP - Olympic Dam | 839 km | $12,098 | $24/passenger |
| CVC - | 851 km | $12,271 | $25/passenger |
| FIK - Finke | 861 km | $12,416 | $25/passenger |
| HMG - Hermannsburg | 897 km | $12,935 | $26/passenger |
| WUN - Wiluna | 900 km | $12,978 | $26/passenger |
| WYA - Whyalla | 920 km | $13,266 | $27/passenger |
| PUG - Argyle | 927 km | $13,367 | $27/passenger |
| ASP - Alice Springs | 968 km | $13,959 | $28/passenger |
| PPI - | 968 km | $13,959 | $28/passenger |
| LGH - Leigh Creek | 986 km | $14,218 | $28/passenger |
| DLK - Dulkaninna | 1,019 km | $14,694 | $29/passenger |
| YUE - Yuendumu | 1,022 km | $14,737 | $29/passenger |
| KGC - Kingscote | 1,028 km | $14,824 | $30/passenger |
| MMG - Mount Magnet | 1,039 km | $14,982 | $30/passenger |
| MKR - Meekatharra | 1,044 km | $15,054 | $30/passenger |
| ALH - Albany | 1,064 km | $15,343 | $31/passenger |
| PEA - Penneshaw | 1,065 km | $15,357 | $31/passenger |
| ADL - Adelaide | 1,074 km | $15,487 | $31/passenger |
| PER - Perth | 1,159 km | $16,713 | $33/passenger |
| ZNE - Newman | 1,164 km | $16,785 | $34/passenger |
| JAD - Perth | 1,168 km | $16,843 | $34/passenger |
| TEF - Telfer | 1,171 km | $16,886 | $34/passenger |
| RTS - Rottnest Island | 1,200 km | $17,304 | $35/passenger |
| BUY - Bunbury | 1,204 km | $17,362 | $35/passenger |
| MOO - Moomba | 1,208 km | $17,419 | $35/passenger |
| BVI - Birdsville | 1,228 km | $17,708 | $35/passenger |
| RMK - Renmark | 1,234 km | $17,794 | $36/passenger |
| BQB - Brusselton | 1,236 km | $17,823 | $36/passenger |
| BYP - Barimunya | 1,269 km | $18,299 | $37/passenger |
| CJF - Coondewanna | 1,270 km | $18,313 | $37/passenger |
| BHQ - Broken Hill | 1,273 km | $18,357 | $37/passenger |
| KFE - Cloudbreak | 1,283 km | $18,501 | $37/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your FOS 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 Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/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 FOS
- 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 Forrest
Forrest 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 FOS
Located in the Oceania region, FOS serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via FOS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Forrest Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from FOS
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to FOS are KYI, CED, LVO — consider these for potentially lower fares