GEL - Santo Ângelo Airport
Santo Angelo, Brazil
IATA Code: GEL · Santo Angelo, Brazil
The airport code GEL is the IATA identifier for Santo Ângelo Airport. You may also find it referred to as Santo Angelo Airport (GEL).
Santo Ângelo Airport (GEL) serves Santo Angelo, Brazil, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
GEL is the IATA airport code for Santo Ângelo Airport, located in Santo Angelo, Brazil. The airport is situated at coordinates 28.2817°S, 54.1691°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- GEL
- City
- Santo Angelo
- Country
- Brazil
- Timezone
- America/Sao_Paulo
- Latitude
- -28.2817°
- Longitude
- -54.1691°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from GEL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRA - Santa Rosa | 54 km | $803 | $2/passenger |
| RIA - Santa Maria | 166 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| SQX - Sao Miguel do Oeste | 179 km | $2,661 | $5/passenger |
| PFB - Passo Fundo | 180 km | $2,676 | $5/passenger |
| XAP - Chapeco | 196 km | $2,914 | $6/passenger |
| ERM - Erechim | 199 km | $2,959 | $6/passenger |
| ENO - Encarnacion | 202 km | $3,003 | $6/passenger |
| PSS - Posadas | 203 km | $3,018 | $6/passenger |
| ELO - El Dorado | 213 km | $3,167 | $6/passenger |
| CCI - Concordia | 242 km | $3,598 | $7/passenger |
| FBE - Francisco Beltrao | 270 km | $4,014 | $8/passenger |
| AYO - Ayolas | 283 km | $4,208 | $8/passenger |
| IGR - Iguazu Falls | 285 km | $4,237 | $8/passenger |
| JCB - Joacaba | 286 km | $4,252 | $9/passenger |
| IGU - Foz Do Iguacu | 300 km | $4,460 | $9/passenger |
| CXJ - Caxias Do Sul | 308 km | $4,579 | $9/passenger |
| AGT - Ciudad del Este | 321 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| URG - Uruguaiana | 325 km | $4,832 | $10/passenger |
| RVY - Rivera | 325 km | $4,832 | $10/passenger |
| ATI - Artigas | 327 km | $4,862 | $10/passenger |
| AOL - Paso De Los Libres | 330 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| BGX - Bage | 346 km | $5,144 | $10/passenger |
| POA - Porto Alegre | 348 km | $5,174 | $10/passenger |
| CFC - Cacador | 359 km | $5,338 | $11/passenger |
| CAC - Cascavel | 371 km | $5,516 | $11/passenger |
| LAJ - Lajes | 386 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| MCS - Monte Caseros | 403 km | $5,992 | $12/passenger |
| TOW - Toledo | 403 km | $5,992 | $12/passenger |
| UZU - Curuzu Cuatia | 406 km | $6,036 | $12/passenger |
| GPB - Guarapuava | 415 km | $6,170 | $12/passenger |
| PET - Pelotas | 421 km | $6,259 | $13/passenger |
| PIL - Pilar | 438 km | $6,512 | $13/passenger |
| MLZ - Melo | 451 km | $6,705 | $13/passenger |
| CNQ - Corrientes | 461 km | $6,854 | $14/passenger |
| FMA - Formosa | 462 km | $6,869 | $14/passenger |
| CCM - Criciuma | 467 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| ASU - Asuncion | 474 km | $7,047 | $14/passenger |
| RES - Resistencia | 489 km | $7,270 | $15/passenger |
| COC - Concordia | 499 km | $7,419 | $15/passenger |
| OYA - Goya | 501 km | $7,449 | $15/passenger |
| JJG - Jaguaruna | 501 km | $7,449 | $15/passenger |
| UMU - Umuarama | 506 km | $7,523 | $15/passenger |
| STY - Salto | 508 km | $7,553 | $15/passenger |
| BNU - BLUMENAU | 526 km | $7,821 | $16/passenger |
| PGZ - Ponta Grossa | 528 km | $7,850 | $16/passenger |
| RCQ - Reconquista | 547 km | $8,133 | $16/passenger |
| FLN - Florianopolis | 556 km | $8,267 | $17/passenger |
| TEC - Telemaco Borba | 563 km | $8,371 | $17/passenger |
| NVT - Navegantes | 566 km | $8,415 | $17/passenger |
| MGF - Maringa | 576 km | $8,564 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your GEL 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 Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/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 GEL
- 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 Santo Angelo
Santo Angelo 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 GEL
Traveling through Santo Angelo in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via GEL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Santo Ângelo Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from GEL
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to GEL are SRA, RIA, SQX — consider these for potentially lower fares