IEG - Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport
Zielona Gora, Poland
IATA Code: IEG · Zielona Gora, Poland
The airport code IEG is the IATA identifier for Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport. You may also find it referred to as Zielona Gora Airport (IEG).
Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport (IEG) serves Zielona Gora, Poland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
IEG is the IATA airport code for Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport, located in Zielona Gora, Poland. The airport is situated at coordinates 52.1385°N, 15.7986°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
- IEG
- City
- Zielona Gora
- Country
- Poland
- Timezone
- Europe/Warsaw
- Latitude
- 52.1385°
- Longitude
- 15.7986°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from IEG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| POZ - Poznan | 77 km | $1,188 | $2/passenger |
| CBU - Cottbus | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| WRO - Wroclaw | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| SXF - Berlin | 157 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| THF - Berlin | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| SZZ - Szczecin | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| TXL - Berlin | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| DRS - Dresden | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| QXH - Schoenhagen | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| BZG - Bydgoszcz | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| IES - Riesa | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| HDF - Heringsdorf | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| FNB - Neubrandenburg | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| VOD - Vodochody | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| REB - Rechlin-laerz | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| LCJ - Lodz | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| LEJ - Leipzig | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| AOC - Altenburg | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| PEF - Peenemunde | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| KOQ - Koethen | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| OSP - Slupsk | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
| ZMG - Magdeburg | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| KTW - Katowice | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| KLV - Karlovy Vary | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| GTI - Ruegen | 299 km | $4,613 | $9/passenger |
| CSO - Cochstedt | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| SZW - Parchim | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| GDN - Gdansk | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| RLG - Laage | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| OSR - Ostrava | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| BBH - Barth | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| QYD - Gdynia | 326 km | $5,030 | $10/passenger |
| RNN - Ronne | 332 km | $5,122 | $10/passenger |
| WMI - Warsaw | 332 km | $5,122 | $10/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| HOQ - Hof | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 353 km | $5,446 | $11/passenger |
| ERF - Erfurt | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| BWE - Braunschweig | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| KRK - Krakow | 360 km | $5,554 | $11/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 365 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| BYU - Bayreuth | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| SZY - Szczytno-Szymany | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| ILZ - Žilina | 379 km | $5,847 | $12/passenger |
| RDO - RADOM | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| LBC - Luebeck | 387 km | $5,971 | $12/passenger |
| EIB - Eisenach | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your IEG 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 IEG
- 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 Zielona Gora
Zielona Gora 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 IEG
As a European airport, IEG 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 IEG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Zielona Góra-Babimost Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from IEG
- 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 IEG are POZ, CBU, WRO — consider these for potentially lower fares