GFN - Grafton Airport
Grafton, Australia
IATA Code: GFN · Grafton, Australia
The airport code GFN is the IATA identifier for Grafton Airport. You may also find it referred to as Grafton Airport (GFN).
Grafton Airport (GFN) serves Grafton, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
GFN is the IATA airport code for Grafton Airport, located in Grafton, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 29.7594°S, 153.0300°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
- GFN
- City
- Grafton
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Latitude
- -29.7594°
- Longitude
- 153.0300°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from GFN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFS - Coff'''s Harbour | 63 km | $908 | $2/passenger |
| LSY - Lismore | 106 km | $1,529 | $3/passenger |
| BNK - Ballina Byron Bay | 115 km | $1,658 | $3/passenger |
| GLI - Glen Innes | 130 km | $1,875 | $4/passenger |
| KPS - | 148 km | $2,134 | $4/passenger |
| ARM - Armidale | 161 km | $2,322 | $5/passenger |
| OOL - Coolangatta | 183 km | $2,639 | $5/passenger |
| IVR - Inverell | 183 km | $2,639 | $5/passenger |
| PQQ - Port Macquarie | 187 km | $2,697 | $5/passenger |
| TRO - Taree | 242 km | $3,490 | $7/passenger |
| ACF - Brisbane | 243 km | $3,504 | $7/passenger |
| TMW - Tamworth | 256 km | $3,692 | $7/passenger |
| BNE - Brisbane | 264 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| TWB - Toowoomba | 269 km | $3,879 | $8/passenger |
| WTB - Toowoomba | 273 km | $3,937 | $8/passenger |
| OKY - Oakey | 290 km | $4,182 | $8/passenger |
| GOO - Goondiwindi | 297 km | $4,283 | $9/passenger |
| GUH - | 298 km | $4,297 | $9/passenger |
| MRZ - Moree | 309 km | $4,456 | $9/passenger |
| NAA - Narrabri | 315 km | $4,542 | $9/passenger |
| NSO - Scone | 329 km | $4,744 | $9/passenger |
| CUD - Caloundra | 329 km | $4,744 | $9/passenger |
| MCY - Maroochydore | 351 km | $5,061 | $10/passenger |
| NTL - Newcastle | 356 km | $5,134 | $10/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 358 km | $5,162 | $10/passenger |
| KGY - | 372 km | $5,364 | $11/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 373 km | $5,379 | $11/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 390 km | $5,624 | $11/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 401 km | $5,782 | $12/passenger |
| CCL - Chinchilla | 407 km | $5,869 | $12/passenger |
| DGE - Mudgee | 450 km | $6,489 | $13/passenger |
| CNB - Coonamble | 467 km | $6,734 | $13/passenger |
| SGO - St George | 472 km | $6,806 | $14/passenger |
| MBH - Maryborough | 473 km | $6,821 | $14/passenger |
| WGE - Walgett | 474 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 477 km | $6,878 | $14/passenger |
| GAH - Gayndah | 481 km | $6,936 | $14/passenger |
| DRN - | 485 km | $6,994 | $14/passenger |
| LHG - Lightning Ridge | 489 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| HVB - Hervey Bay | 494 km | $7,123 | $14/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 497 km | $7,167 | $14/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 502 km | $7,239 | $14/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 505 km | $7,282 | $15/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 517 km | $7,455 | $15/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 525 km | $7,571 | $15/passenger |
| QRM - | 533 km | $7,686 | $15/passenger |
| XTO - Taroom | 537 km | $7,744 | $15/passenger |
| BDB - Bundaberg | 544 km | $7,844 | $16/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 546 km | $7,873 | $16/passenger |
| QRR - | 546 km | $7,873 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your GFN 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 GFN
- 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 Grafton
Grafton 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 GFN
Located in the Oceania region, GFN 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 GFN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Grafton Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from GFN
- 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 GFN are CFS, LSY, BNK — consider these for potentially lower fares