IFJ - Ísafjörður Airport
Isafjordur, Iceland
IATA Code: IFJ · Isafjordur, Iceland
The airport code IFJ is the IATA identifier for Ísafjörður Airport. You may also find it referred to as Isafjordur Airport (IFJ).
Ísafjörður Airport (IFJ) serves Isafjordur, Iceland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
IFJ is the IATA airport code for Ísafjörður Airport, located in Isafjordur, Iceland. The airport is situated at coordinates 66.0581°N, 23.1353°W. 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
- IFJ
- City
- Isafjordur
- Country
- Iceland
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Reykjavik
- Latitude
- 66.0581°
- Longitude
- -23.1353°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from IFJ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIU - Bildudalur | 50 km | $771 | $2/passenger |
| PFJ - Patreksfjordur | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| GJR - Gjogur | 82 km | $1,265 | $3/passenger |
| GUU - Grundarfjordur | 119 km | $1,836 | $4/passenger |
| SAK - Saudarkrokur | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| SIJ - Siglufjordur | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| RKV - Reykjavik | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| KEF - Keflavik | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| AEY - Akureyri | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| GRY - Grímsey | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| HZK - Husavik | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| MVA - Myvatn | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| VEY - Vestmannaeyjar | 323 km | $4,983 | $10/passenger |
| THO - Thorshofn | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| VPN - Vopnafjörður | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| EGS - Egilsstadir | 409 km | $6,310 | $13/passenger |
| HFN - Hofn | 418 km | $6,449 | $13/passenger |
| NOR - Nordfjordur | 443 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| OBY - Ittoqqortoormiit | 495 km | $7,637 | $15/passenger |
| CNP - Neerlerit Inaat | 521 km | $8,038 | $16/passenger |
| FAE - Vagar | 886 km | $13,669 | $27/passenger |
| SFJ - Sondrestrom | 1,215 km | $18,745 | $37/passenger |
| UAK - Narssarssuaq | 1,220 km | $18,822 | $38/passenger |
| JAV - Ilulissat | 1,220 km | $18,822 | $38/passenger |
| XIQ - Ilimanaq | 1,222 km | $18,853 | $38/passenger |
| JCH - Qasigiannguit | 1,223 km | $18,868 | $38/passenger |
| SYY - Stornoway | 1,227 km | $18,930 | $38/passenger |
| QQT - Qeqertaq | 1,237 km | $19,084 | $38/passenger |
| UNT - Unst | 1,247 km | $19,239 | $38/passenger |
| QJI - Ikamiut | 1,249 km | $19,270 | $39/passenger |
| SCS - Scatsta | 1,250 km | $19,285 | $39/passenger |
| BEB - Benbecula | 1,257 km | $19,393 | $39/passenger |
| WRY - Westray | 1,262 km | $19,470 | $39/passenger |
| JNS - Narsaq | 1,264 km | $19,501 | $39/passenger |
| PPW - Papa Westray | 1,264 km | $19,501 | $39/passenger |
| LWK - Lerwick | 1,269 km | $19,578 | $39/passenger |
| LLU - Alluitsup Paa | 1,273 km | $19,640 | $39/passenger |
| OUK - Outer Skerries | 1,274 km | $19,655 | $39/passenger |
| JJU - Qaqortoq | 1,276 km | $19,686 | $39/passenger |
| QFG - Eqalugaarsuit | 1,277 km | $19,702 | $39/passenger |
| UMD - Uummannaq | 1,278 km | $19,717 | $39/passenger |
| NRL - North Ronaldsay | 1,281 km | $19,763 | $40/passenger |
| JNN - Nanortalik | 1,282 km | $19,779 | $40/passenger |
| EOI - Eday | 1,282 km | $19,779 | $40/passenger |
| NDY - Sanday | 1,285 km | $19,825 | $40/passenger |
| JEG - Aasiaat | 1,288 km | $19,871 | $40/passenger |
| LSI - Sumburgh | 1,290 km | $19,902 | $40/passenger |
| SOY - Stronsay | 1,290 km | $19,902 | $40/passenger |
| KOI - Kirkwall | 1,295 km | $19,979 | $40/passenger |
| BRR - Barra | 1,297 km | $20,010 | $40/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your IFJ 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 IFJ
- 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 Isafjordur
Isafjordur has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through IFJ
IFJ provides air connectivity for Isafjordur, Iceland. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via IFJ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ísafjörður Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from IFJ
- 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 IFJ are BIU, PFJ, GJR — consider these for potentially lower fares