GLZ - Gilze Rijen Air Base
Gilze-rijen, Netherlands
IATA Code: GLZ · Gilze-rijen, Netherlands
The airport code GLZ is the IATA identifier for Gilze Rijen Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Gilze-rijen Airport (GLZ).
Gilze Rijen Air Base (GLZ) serves Gilze-rijen, Netherlands, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
GLZ is the IATA airport code for Gilze Rijen Air Base, located in Gilze-rijen, Netherlands. The airport is situated at coordinates 51.5674°N, 4.9318°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
- GLZ
- City
- Gilze-rijen
- Country
- Netherlands
- Timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
- Latitude
- 51.5674°
- Longitude
- 4.9318°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from GLZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| EIN - Eindhoven | 33 km | $509 | $1/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 36 km | $555 | $1/passenger |
| WOE - Woensdrecht | 43 km | $663 | $1/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 53 km | $818 | $2/passenger |
| RTM - Rotterdam | 55 km | $849 | $2/passenger |
| UTC - Soesterberg | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| LID - Valkenburg | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| AMS - Amsterdam | 83 km | $1,281 | $3/passenger |
| NRN - Weeze | 84 km | $1,296 | $3/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 93 km | $1,435 | $3/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 103 km | $1,589 | $3/passenger |
| LEY - Lelystad | 107 km | $1,651 | $3/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| MGL - Moenchengladbach | 115 km | $1,774 | $4/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| CRL - Charleroi | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| DUS - Duesseldorf | 131 km | $2,021 | $4/passenger |
| ESS - Essen | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| KJK - Kortrijk-vevelgem | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| OST - Ostend | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| DHR - De Kooy | 151 km | $2,330 | $5/passenger |
| XME - Maubeuge | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| ENS - Enschede | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| LIL - Lille | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| XVS - Valenciennes | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| CGN - Cologne | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| BNJ - Sankt-Augustin | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| DTM - Dortmund | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| HZB - Merville | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| LWR - Leeuwarden | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| FMO - Munster | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| GRQ - Groningen | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| BBJ - Birburg | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| SPM - Spangdahlem | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| CQF - Calais | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| GUT - Guetersloh | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| SGE - Siegerland | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| HHN - Hahn | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| MSE - Manston | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| BFE - Bielefeld | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| PAD - Paderborn | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| EME - Emden | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| BMK - Borkum | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| RHE - Reims | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| XAB - Abbeville | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your GLZ 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 GLZ
- 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 Gilze-rijen
Gilze-rijen 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 GLZ
As a European airport, GLZ 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 GLZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Gilze Rijen Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from GLZ
- 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 GLZ are EIN, OBL, WOE — consider these for potentially lower fares