GDN - Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport
Gdansk, Poland
IATA Code: GDN · Gdansk, Poland
The airport code GDN is the IATA identifier for Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport. You may also find it referred to as Gdansk Airport (GDN).
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) serves Gdansk, Poland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
GDN is the IATA airport code for Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport, located in Gdansk, Poland. The airport is situated at coordinates 54.3776°N, 18.4662°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
- GDN
- City
- Gdansk
- Country
- Poland
- Timezone
- Europe/Warsaw
- Latitude
- 54.3776°
- Longitude
- 18.4662°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from GDN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| QYD - Gdynia | 23 km | $355 | $1/passenger |
| OSP - Slupsk | 89 km | $1,373 | $3/passenger |
| BZG - Bydgoszcz | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| KGD - Kaliningrad | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| SZY - Szczytno-Szymany | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| KLJ - Klaipeda | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| POZ - Poznan | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| PLQ - Palanga | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| SZZ - Szczecin | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| RNN - Ronne | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| WMI - Warsaw | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| HDF - Heringsdorf | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| LPX - Liepaja | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| KLR - Kalkmar | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| RNB - Ronneby | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| LCJ - Lodz | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| IEG - Zielona Gora | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| PEF - Peenemunde | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| KID - Kristianstad | 327 km | $5,045 | $10/passenger |
| GTI - Ruegen | 333 km | $5,138 | $10/passenger |
| FNB - Neubrandenburg | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| MMX - Malmoe | 349 km | $5,384 | $11/passenger |
| OSK - Oskarshamn | 353 km | $5,446 | $11/passenger |
| SQQ - Siauliai | 356 km | $5,492 | $11/passenger |
| VBY - Visby | 365 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| KUN - Kaunas | 367 km | $5,662 | $11/passenger |
| VXO - Vaxjo | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| BBH - Barth | 373 km | $5,755 | $12/passenger |
| HLJ - Barysiai | 374 km | $5,770 | $12/passenger |
| GNA - Hrodna | 375 km | $5,786 | $12/passenger |
| WRO - Wroclaw | 379 km | $5,847 | $12/passenger |
| RDO - RADOM | 380 km | $5,863 | $12/passenger |
| CBU - Cottbus | 381 km | $5,878 | $12/passenger |
| VNT - Ventspils | 383 km | $5,909 | $12/passenger |
| HLF - Hultsfred | 387 km | $5,971 | $12/passenger |
| REB - Rechlin-laerz | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| CPH - Copenhagen | 395 km | $6,094 | $12/passenger |
| SXF - Berlin | 396 km | $6,109 | $12/passenger |
| THF - Berlin | 397 km | $6,125 | $12/passenger |
| TXL - Berlin | 398 km | $6,140 | $12/passenger |
| RLG - Laage | 406 km | $6,264 | $13/passenger |
| BXP - Biała Podlaska | 408 km | $6,295 | $13/passenger |
| PNV - Panevezys | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| AGH - Ängelholm | 414 km | $6,387 | $13/passenger |
| RKE - Copenhagen | 426 km | $6,572 | $13/passenger |
| QXH - Schoenhagen | 428 km | $6,603 | $13/passenger |
| KTW - Katowice | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| HAD - Halmstad | 438 km | $6,757 | $14/passenger |
| VNO - Vilnius | 441 km | $6,804 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your GDN 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 GDN
- 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 Gdansk
Gdansk 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 GDN
As a European airport, GDN 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.
Planning Your Trip via GDN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from GDN
- 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 GDN are QYD, OSP, BZG — consider these for potentially lower fares