IPC - Mataveri Airport
Easter Island, Chile
IATA Code: IPC · Easter Island, Chile
The airport code IPC is the IATA identifier for Mataveri Airport. You may also find it referred to as Easter Island Airport (IPC).
Mataveri Airport (IPC) serves Easter Island, Chile, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
IPC is the IATA airport code for Mataveri Airport, located in Easter Island, Chile. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.1648°S, 109.4220°W. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- IPC
- City
- Easter Island
- Country
- Chile
- Timezone
- Pacific/Easter
- Latitude
- -27.1648°
- Longitude
- -109.4220°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from IPC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMR - Totegegie | 2,599 km | $37,478 | $75/passenger |
| REA - Reao | 2,926 km | $42,193 | $84/passenger |
| PUK - Pukarua | 2,989 km | $43,101 | $86/passenger |
| ZTA - Tureia | 3,037 km | $43,794 | $88/passenger |
| NUK - Nukutavake | 3,116 km | $44,933 | $90/passenger |
| VHZ - Vahitahi | 3,145 km | $45,351 | $91/passenger |
| TKV - Tatakoto | 3,170 km | $45,711 | $91/passenger |
| PKP - Puka Puka | 3,334 km | $48,076 | $96/passenger |
| HOI - Hao Island | 3,379 km | $48,725 | $97/passenger |
| FGU - Fangatau | 3,479 km | $50,167 | $100/passenger |
| IBB - Isabela | 3,519 km | $50,744 | $101/passenger |
| HHZ - Hikueru | 3,564 km | $51,393 | $103/passenger |
| CCP - Concepcion | 3,568 km | $51,451 | $103/passenger |
| NAU - Napuka | 3,600 km | $51,912 | $104/passenger |
| SCY - San Cristóbal | 3,604 km | $51,970 | $104/passenger |
| GPS - Galapagos | 3,606 km | $51,999 | $104/passenger |
| ZAL - Valdivia | 3,617 km | $52,157 | $104/passenger |
| RRR - Raroia | 3,620 km | $52,200 | $104/passenger |
| LSQ - Los Angeles | 3,633 km | $52,388 | $105/passenger |
| MHC - Castro | 3,636 km | $52,431 | $105/passenger |
| PZS - Temuco | 3,637 km | $52,446 | $105/passenger |
| ZCO - Temuco | 3,639 km | $52,474 | $105/passenger |
| ZOS - Osorno | 3,641 km | $52,503 | $105/passenger |
| ZIC - Victoria | 3,652 km | $52,662 | $105/passenger |
| AUQ - Hiva-oa | 3,655 km | $52,705 | $105/passenger |
| YAI - Chillan | 3,657 km | $52,734 | $105/passenger |
| PMC - Puerto Montt | 3,660 km | $52,777 | $106/passenger |
| TLX - Talca | 3,685 km | $53,138 | $106/passenger |
| KNA - Vina del Mar | 3,688 km | $53,181 | $106/passenger |
| ZPC - Pucon | 3,708 km | $53,469 | $107/passenger |
| MKP - Makemo | 3,709 km | $53,484 | $107/passenger |
| LSC - La Serena | 3,729 km | $53,772 | $108/passenger |
| WCH - Chaiten | 3,734 km | $53,844 | $108/passenger |
| PIO - Pisco | 3,751 km | $54,089 | $108/passenger |
| SCL - Santiago | 3,752 km | $54,104 | $108/passenger |
| QRC - Rancagua | 3,754 km | $54,133 | $108/passenger |
| UAH - Ua Huka | 3,757 km | $54,176 | $108/passenger |
| LIM - Lima | 3,763 km | $54,262 | $109/passenger |
| UAP - Ua Pou | 3,777 km | $54,464 | $109/passenger |
| VLR - Vallenar | 3,787 km | $54,609 | $109/passenger |
| CPC - San Martin Des Andes | 3,789 km | $54,637 | $109/passenger |
| EHL - El Bolson | 3,799 km | $54,782 | $110/passenger |
| CPO - Copiapo | 3,806 km | $54,883 | $110/passenger |
| FFU - Futaleufu | 3,808 km | $54,911 | $110/passenger |
| BRC - San Carlos De Bariloche | 3,810 km | $54,940 | $110/passenger |
| CHM - Chimbote | 3,812 km | $54,969 | $110/passenger |
| NZC - Nazca | 3,814 km | $54,998 | $110/passenger |
| NHV - Nuku Hiva | 3,827 km | $55,185 | $110/passenger |
| HOS - Chosmadal | 3,827 km | $55,185 | $110/passenger |
| TRU - Trujillo | 3,831 km | $55,243 | $110/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your IPC 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 Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/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 IPC
- 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 Easter Island
Easter Island enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through IPC
Located in the Oceania region, IPC serves travelers across the Pacific Islands. Given the geographic isolation of many Pacific destinations, flight frequency may be limited, and fuel costs can be higher due to supply logistics. Booking well in advance is recommended for peak travel seasons.
Planning Your Trip via IPC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Mataveri Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from IPC
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to IPC are GMR, REA, PUK — consider these for potentially lower fares