HLE - St. Helena Airport
Longwood, United Kingdom
IATA Code: HLE · Longwood, United Kingdom
The airport code HLE is the IATA identifier for St. Helena Airport. You may also find it referred to as Longwood Airport (HLE).
St. Helena Airport (HLE) serves Longwood, United Kingdom, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
HLE is the IATA airport code for St. Helena Airport, located in Longwood, United Kingdom. The airport is situated at coordinates 15.9577°S, 5.6459°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- HLE
- City
- Longwood
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- -15.9577°
- Longitude
- -5.6459°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from HLE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASI - Wide Awake | 1,301 km | $18,979 | $38/passenger |
| MSZ - Mocamedes | 1,906 km | $27,805 | $56/passenger |
| NBN - San Antonio de Pale | 2,035 km | $29,687 | $59/passenger |
| SDD - Lubango | 2,063 km | $30,095 | $60/passenger |
| BUG - Benguela | 2,085 km | $30,416 | $61/passenger |
| CBT - Catumbela | 2,097 km | $30,591 | $61/passenger |
| NDD - Sumbe | 2,172 km | $31,685 | $63/passenger |
| PBN - Porto Amboim | 2,178 km | $31,773 | $64/passenger |
| LAD - Luanda | 2,195 km | $32,021 | $64/passenger |
| XGN - Xangongo | 2,200 km | $32,094 | $64/passenger |
| SZA - Soyo | 2,246 km | $32,765 | $66/passenger |
| SWP - Swakopmund | 2,246 km | $32,765 | $66/passenger |
| MNB - Muanda | 2,256 km | $32,911 | $66/passenger |
| CAB - Cabinda | 2,260 km | $32,969 | $66/passenger |
| MYB - Mayumba | 2,262 km | $32,998 | $66/passenger |
| WVB - Walvis Bay | 2,263 km | $33,013 | $66/passenger |
| TMS - Sao Tome | 2,267 km | $33,071 | $66/passenger |
| CPA - Greenville | 2,273 km | $33,159 | $66/passenger |
| VPE - Ondjiva | 2,276 km | $33,202 | $66/passenger |
| PNR - Pointe-noire | 2,280 km | $33,261 | $67/passenger |
| ADI - Arandis | 2,281 km | $33,275 | $67/passenger |
| OMB - Omboue Hospial | 2,286 km | $33,348 | $67/passenger |
| SPY - San Pedro | 2,305 km | $33,625 | $67/passenger |
| OND - Ondangwa | 2,306 km | $33,640 | $67/passenger |
| OKF - Okaukuejo | 2,311 km | $33,713 | $67/passenger |
| POG - Port Gentil | 2,317 km | $33,800 | $68/passenger |
| BOA - Boma | 2,329 km | $33,975 | $68/passenger |
| NOV - Huambo | 2,331 km | $34,005 | $68/passenger |
| TCH - Tchibanga | 2,334 km | $34,048 | $68/passenger |
| TKD - Takoradi | 2,358 km | $34,399 | $69/passenger |
| ABJ - Abidjan | 2,367 km | $34,530 | $69/passenger |
| MAT - Matadi | 2,368 km | $34,544 | $69/passenger |
| KNP - Kapanda | 2,387 km | $34,822 | $70/passenger |
| DIS - Loubomo | 2,389 km | $34,851 | $70/passenger |
| OTJ - Otjiwarongo | 2,406 km | $35,099 | $70/passenger |
| MJL - Mouila | 2,410 km | $35,157 | $70/passenger |
| SSY - M'''banza-congo | 2,420 km | $35,303 | $71/passenger |
| PCP - Principe | 2,428 km | $35,420 | $71/passenger |
| OKU - Mokuti Lodge | 2,428 km | $35,420 | $71/passenger |
| UGO - Uige | 2,432 km | $35,478 | $71/passenger |
| LBQ - Lambarene | 2,432 km | $35,478 | $71/passenger |
| GXG - Negage | 2,451 km | $35,755 | $72/passenger |
| LBV - Libreville | 2,463 km | $35,930 | $72/passenger |
| LUD - Luderitz | 2,465 km | $35,959 | $72/passenger |
| SVP - Kuito | 2,466 km | $35,974 | $72/passenger |
| ACC - Accra | 2,472 km | $36,062 | $72/passenger |
| MEG - Malanje | 2,485 km | $36,251 | $73/passenger |
| ERS - Windhoek | 2,494 km | $36,382 | $73/passenger |
| TSB - Tsumeb | 2,503 km | $36,514 | $73/passenger |
| SPP - Menongue | 2,509 km | $36,601 | $73/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your HLE 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 HLE
- 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 Longwood
Longwood has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through HLE
HLE provides air connectivity for Longwood, United Kingdom. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
🇺🇳 United Kingdom Travel Tips
In the UK, Air Passenger Duty (APD) adds £7-£91 to ticket costs depending on distance and class. Heathrow, Gatwick, and other major UK airports offer rail links to central London. Post-Brexit, non-UK/EU travelers should verify visa requirements.
Planning Your Trip via HLE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at St. Helena Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from HLE
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to HLE are ASI, MSZ, NBN — consider these for potentially lower fares