HEI - Heide-Büsum Airport
Büsum, Germany
IATA Code: HEI · Büsum, Germany
The airport code HEI is the IATA identifier for Heide-Büsum Airport. You may also find it referred to as Büsum Airport (HEI).
Heide-Büsum Airport (HEI) serves Büsum, Germany, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
HEI is the IATA airport code for Heide-Büsum Airport, located in Büsum, Germany. The airport is situated at coordinates 54.1533°N, 8.9017°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
- HEI
- City
- Büsum
- Country
- Germany
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Latitude
- 54.1533°
- Longitude
- 8.9017°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from HEI
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSH - Sankt Peter-Ording | 22 km | $339 | $1/passenger |
| FCN - Nordholz | 46 km | $710 | $1/passenger |
| WBG - Schleswig | 52 km | $802 | $2/passenger |
| HGL - Helgoland | 64 km | $987 | $2/passenger |
| EUM - Neumuenster | 68 km | $1,049 | $2/passenger |
| BRV - Bremerhaven | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| FLF - Flensburg | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| AGE - Wangerooge | 77 km | $1,188 | $2/passenger |
| KEL - Kiel | 85 km | $1,311 | $3/passenger |
| WVN - Wilhelmshaven | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| HAM - Hamburg | 92 km | $1,419 | $3/passenger |
| XFW - Hamburg | 92 km | $1,419 | $3/passenger |
| GWT - Westerland | 92 km | $1,419 | $3/passenger |
| LGO - Langeoog | 103 km | $1,589 | $3/passenger |
| SGD - Soenderborg | 107 km | $1,651 | $3/passenger |
| BMR - Baltrum | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| NRD - Norderney | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| SKS - Skrydstrup | 121 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| BRE - Bremen | 123 km | $1,898 | $4/passenger |
| LBC - Luebeck | 125 km | $1,929 | $4/passenger |
| NOD - Norden | 126 km | $1,944 | $4/passenger |
| JUI - Juist | 132 km | $2,036 | $4/passenger |
| EME - Emden | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| EBJ - Esbjerg | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| BMK - Borkum | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| ODE - Odense | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| MRW - Maribo | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| BLL - Billund | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| ZCN - Celle | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| GRQ - Groningen | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| HAJ - Hannover | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| SZW - Parchim | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| STA - Stauning | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| RLG - Laage | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| LWR - Leeuwarden | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| BWE - Braunschweig | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| FMO - Munster | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| KRP - Karup | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| BFE - Bielefeld | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| BBH - Barth | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| ENS - Enschede | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| GUT - Guetersloh | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| RKE - Copenhagen | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| AAR - Aarhus | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| SQW - Skive | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| REB - Rechlin-laerz | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| PAD - Paderborn | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| GTI - Ruegen | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| CPH - Copenhagen | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| LEY - Lelystad | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your HEI 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 HEI
- 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 Büsum
Büsum 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 HEI
As a European airport, HEI 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.
🇺🇳 Germany Travel Tips
German airports serve as major European hubs, with Frankfurt and Munich handling significant transit traffic. Efficient rail connections (Deutsche Bahn) integrate directly with airport terminals in many cities.
Planning Your Trip via HEI
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Heide-Büsum Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from HEI
- 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 HEI are PSH, FCN, WBG — consider these for potentially lower fares