GAN - Gan International Airport
Gan Island, Maldives
IATA Code: GAN · Gan Island, Maldives
The airport code GAN is the IATA identifier for Gan International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Gan Island Airport (GAN).
Gan International Airport (GAN) serves Gan Island, Maldives, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
GAN is the IATA airport code for Gan International Airport, located in Gan Island, Maldives. The airport is situated at coordinates 0.6933°S, 73.1556°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
- GAN
- City
- Gan Island
- Country
- Maldives
- Timezone
- Indian/Maldives
- Latitude
- -0.6933°
- Longitude
- 73.1556°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from GAN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDM - Kaadedhdhoo | 133 km | $1,918 | $4/passenger |
| GKK - Kooddoo | 162 km | $2,336 | $5/passenger |
| KDO - Laamu Atoll | 287 km | $4,139 | $8/passenger |
| TMF - Thimarafushi | 323 km | $4,658 | $9/passenger |
| VAM - Maamigili | 464 km | $6,691 | $13/passenger |
| MLE - Male | 545 km | $7,859 | $16/passenger |
| DRV - DHARAVANDHOO | 650 km | $9,373 | $19/passenger |
| IFU - Ifuru | 712 km | $10,267 | $21/passenger |
| NKW - Diego Garcia Island | 741 km | $10,685 | $21/passenger |
| HAQ - Haa Dhaalu Atoll | 827 km | $11,925 | $24/passenger |
| KCT - Koggala | 1,089 km | $15,703 | $31/passenger |
| TRV - Trivandrum | 1,102 km | $15,891 | $32/passenger |
| RML - Colombo | 1,121 km | $16,165 | $32/passenger |
| CMB - Colombo | 1,151 km | $16,597 | $33/passenger |
| HRI - Mattala | 1,177 km | $16,972 | $34/passenger |
| WRZ - Wirawila | 1,184 km | $17,073 | $34/passenger |
| COK - Kochi | 1,258 km | $18,140 | $36/passenger |
| GIU - Sigiriya | 1,277 km | $18,414 | $37/passenger |
| ACJ - Anuradhapura | 1,285 km | $18,530 | $37/passenger |
| AGX - Agatti Island | 1,285 km | $18,530 | $37/passenger |
| IXM - Madurai | 1,292 km | $18,631 | $37/passenger |
| ADP - Galoya | 1,296 km | $18,688 | $37/passenger |
| HIM - Polonnaruwa Town | 1,303 km | $18,789 | $38/passenger |
| BTC - Batticaloa | 1,329 km | $19,164 | $38/passenger |
| CCJ - Calicut | 1,351 km | $19,481 | $39/passenger |
| TRR - Trinciomalee | 1,358 km | $19,582 | $39/passenger |
| CJB - Coimbatore | 1,373 km | $19,799 | $40/passenger |
| JAF - Jaffna | 1,395 km | $20,116 | $40/passenger |
| TRZ - Tiruchirappalli | 1,414 km | $20,390 | $41/passenger |
| CNN - Kannur | 1,427 km | $20,577 | $41/passenger |
| TJV - Tanjore | 1,430 km | $20,621 | $41/passenger |
| MYQ - Mysore | 1,488 km | $21,457 | $43/passenger |
| SXV - Salem | 1,490 km | $21,486 | $43/passenger |
| IXE - Mangalore | 1,530 km | $22,063 | $44/passenger |
| PNY - Pendicherry | 1,588 km | $22,899 | $46/passenger |
| BLR - Bangalore | 1,624 km | $23,418 | $47/passenger |
| MAA - Madras | 1,707 km | $24,615 | $49/passenger |
| PUT - Puttaparthi | 1,728 km | $24,918 | $50/passenger |
| TIR - Tirupeti | 1,742 km | $25,120 | $50/passenger |
| GOI - Goa | 1,789 km | $25,797 | $52/passenger |
| HBX - Hubli | 1,798 km | $25,927 | $52/passenger |
| CDP - Cuddapah | 1,800 km | $25,956 | $52/passenger |
| VDY - Toranagallu | 1,805 km | $26,028 | $52/passenger |
| BEP - Bellary | 1,810 km | $26,100 | $52/passenger |
| IXG - Belgaum | 1,848 km | $26,648 | $53/passenger |
| KLH - Kolhapur | 1,934 km | $27,888 | $56/passenger |
| RTC - | 1,969 km | $28,393 | $57/passenger |
| PRI - Praslin | 1,981 km | $28,566 | $57/passenger |
| SEZ - Mahe | 2,008 km | $28,955 | $58/passenger |
| BDI - Bird Island | 2,023 km | $29,172 | $58/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your GAN 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 GAN
- 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 Gan Island
Gan Island has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through GAN
GAN provides air connectivity for Gan Island, Maldives. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via GAN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Gan International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from GAN
- 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 GAN are KDM, GKK, KDO — consider these for potentially lower fares