GRQ - Eelde Airport
Groningen, Netherlands
IATA Code: GRQ · Groningen, Netherlands
The airport code GRQ is the IATA identifier for Eelde Airport. You may also find it referred to as Groningen Airport (GRQ).
Eelde Airport (GRQ) serves Groningen, Netherlands, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
GRQ is the IATA airport code for Eelde Airport, located in Groningen, Netherlands. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.1197°N, 6.5794°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
- GRQ
- City
- Groningen
- Country
- Netherlands
- Timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
- Latitude
- 53.1197°
- Longitude
- 6.5794°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from GRQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| EME - Emden | 53 km | $818 | $2/passenger |
| BMK - Borkum | 54 km | $833 | $2/passenger |
| LWR - Leeuwarden | 56 km | $864 | $2/passenger |
| NOD - Norden | 70 km | $1,080 | $2/passenger |
| JUI - Juist | 70 km | $1,080 | $2/passenger |
| NRD - Norderney | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| BMR - Baltrum | 85 km | $1,311 | $3/passenger |
| LGO - Langeoog | 92 km | $1,419 | $3/passenger |
| ENS - Enschede | 96 km | $1,481 | $3/passenger |
| LEY - Lelystad | 102 km | $1,574 | $3/passenger |
| WVN - Wilhelmshaven | 107 km | $1,651 | $3/passenger |
| AGE - Wangerooge | 115 km | $1,774 | $4/passenger |
| DHR - De Kooy | 122 km | $1,882 | $4/passenger |
| FMO - Munster | 133 km | $2,052 | $4/passenger |
| BRV - Bremerhaven | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| UTC - Soesterberg | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| BRE - Bremen | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| HGL - Helgoland | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| AMS - Amsterdam | 152 km | $2,345 | $5/passenger |
| FCN - Nordholz | 155 km | $2,391 | $5/passenger |
| NRN - Weeze | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| GUT - Guetersloh | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| LID - Valkenburg | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| BFE - Bielefeld | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| DTM - Dortmund | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| HEI - Büsum | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| PSH - Sankt Peter-Ording | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| ESS - Essen | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| RTM - Rotterdam | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| EIN - Eindhoven | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| DUS - Duesseldorf | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| GLZ - Gilze-rijen | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| MGL - Moenchengladbach | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| PAD - Paderborn | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| HAJ - Hannover | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| XFW - Hamburg | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| GWT - Westerland | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| HAM - Hamburg | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| ZCN - Celle | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| WOE - Woensdrecht | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| WBG - Schleswig | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| EUM - Neumuenster | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| CGN - Cologne | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| FLF - Flensburg | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| BNJ - Sankt-Augustin | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your GRQ 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 GRQ
- 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 Groningen
Groningen 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 GRQ
As a European airport, GRQ 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 GRQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Eelde Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from GRQ
- 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 GRQ are EME, BMK, LWR — consider these for potentially lower fares