ILZ - Žilina Airport
Žilina, Slovakia
IATA Code: ILZ · Žilina, Slovakia
The airport code ILZ is the IATA identifier for Žilina Airport. You may also find it referred to as Žilina Airport (ILZ).
Žilina Airport (ILZ) serves Žilina, Slovakia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ILZ is the IATA airport code for Žilina Airport, located in Žilina, Slovakia. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.2315°N, 18.6135°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
- ILZ
- City
- Žilina
- Country
- Slovakia
- Timezone
- Europe/Bratislava
- Latitude
- 49.2315°
- Longitude
- 18.6135°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ILZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSR - Ostrava | 63 km | $972 | $2/passenger |
| SLD - Sliac | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 88 km | $1,358 | $3/passenger |
| PZY - Piestany | 89 km | $1,373 | $3/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| TAT - Poprad | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| KRK - Krakow | 126 km | $1,944 | $4/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| KTW - Katowice | 142 km | $2,191 | $4/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 157 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| KSC - Kosice | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| BUD - Budapest | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| WRO - Wroclaw | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| RZE - Rzeszow | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| LCJ - Lodz | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| SOB - Sármellék | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| RDO - RADOM | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| TZR - Columbus | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| VOD - Vodochody | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 328 km | $5,060 | $10/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| LNZ - Linz | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 346 km | $5,338 | $11/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| PEV - Pécs-Pogány | 361 km | $5,570 | $11/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 366 km | $5,647 | $11/passenger |
| LUZ - Lublin | 367 km | $5,662 | $11/passenger |
| POZ - Poznan | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| MBX - Maribor | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| IEG - Zielona Gora | 379 km | $5,847 | $12/passenger |
| WMI - Warsaw | 386 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| LWO - Lvov | 391 km | $6,032 | $12/passenger |
| ARW - Arad | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| DRS - Dresden | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| CBU - Cottbus | 413 km | $6,372 | $13/passenger |
| OSI - Osijek | 419 km | $6,464 | $13/passenger |
| KLV - Karlovy Vary | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| KLU - Klagenfurt | 429 km | $6,619 | $13/passenger |
| ZAG - Zagreb | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| BZG - Bydgoszcz | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| QND - Novi Sad | 437 km | $6,742 | $13/passenger |
| IES - Riesa | 438 km | $6,757 | $14/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 443 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| BXP - Biała Podlaska | 443 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ILZ 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 ILZ
- 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 Žilina
Žilina 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 ILZ
As a European airport, ILZ 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 ILZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Žilina Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ILZ
- 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 ILZ are OSR, SLD, UHE — consider these for potentially lower fares