JAM - Bezmer Air Base
Yambol, Bulgaria
IATA Code: JAM · Yambol, Bulgaria
The airport code JAM is the IATA identifier for Bezmer Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Yambol Airport (JAM).
Bezmer Air Base (JAM) serves Yambol, Bulgaria, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
JAM is the IATA airport code for Bezmer Air Base, located in Yambol, Bulgaria. The airport is situated at coordinates 42.4549°N, 26.3522°E. 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
- JAM
- City
- Yambol
- Country
- Bulgaria
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 42.4549°
- Longitude
- 26.3522°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from JAM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SZR - Stara Zagora | 58 km | $846 | $2/passenger |
| GOZ - Gorna Orechovica | 93 km | $1,357 | $3/passenger |
| BOJ - Bourgas | 96 km | $1,400 | $3/passenger |
| PDV - Plovdiv | 131 km | $1,911 | $4/passenger |
| VAR - Varna | 148 km | $2,159 | $4/passenger |
| AXD - Alexandroupolis | 181 km | $2,640 | $5/passenger |
| TEQ - Çorlu | 196 km | $2,859 | $6/passenger |
| KVA - Kavala | 224 km | $3,268 | $7/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 236 km | $3,443 | $7/passenger |
| IST - Istanbul | 238 km | $3,472 | $7/passenger |
| SOF - Sofia | 242 km | $3,530 | $7/passenger |
| CKZ - Canakkale | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| ISL - Istanbul | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| CND - Constanta | 273 km | $3,983 | $8/passenger |
| BDM - Bandirma | 274 km | $3,997 | $8/passenger |
| CRA - Craiova | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| LXS - Limnos | 297 km | $4,333 | $9/passenger |
| SAW - Istanbul | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| EDO - Balikesir Korfez | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| BTZ - Bursa | 332 km | $4,843 | $10/passenger |
| BZI - Balikesir | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| TCE - Tulcea | 346 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| SKG - Thessaloniki | 354 km | $5,164 | $10/passenger |
| YEI - Yenisehir | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| KCO - Topel | 364 km | $5,310 | $11/passenger |
| MJT - Mytilini | 378 km | $5,514 | $11/passenger |
| INI - Nis | 379 km | $5,529 | $11/passenger |
| SKP - Skopje | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| SBZ - Sibiu | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| SKU - Skiros | 418 km | $6,098 | $12/passenger |
| JSI - Skiathos | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| PRN - Pristina | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| IGL - Izmir | 442 km | $6,448 | $13/passenger |
| KZI - Kozani | 447 km | $6,521 | $13/passenger |
| LRA - Larissa | 451 km | $6,579 | $13/passenger |
| BCM - Bacau | 454 km | $6,623 | $13/passenger |
| AOE - Eskissehir | 456 km | $6,652 | $13/passenger |
| JKH - Chios | 458 km | $6,681 | $13/passenger |
| ESK - Eskisehir | 462 km | $6,740 | $13/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 465 km | $6,783 | $14/passenger |
| VOL - Nea Anghialos | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| ADB - Izmir | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| TGM - Tirgu Mures | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| KSO - Kastoria | 478 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| OHD - Ohrid | 486 km | $7,090 | $14/passenger |
| ONQ - Zonguldak | 486 km | $7,090 | $14/passenger |
| KZR - Kutahya | 489 km | $7,134 | $14/passenger |
| USQ - Usak | 495 km | $7,221 | $14/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your JAM 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 JAM
- 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 Yambol
Yambol 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 JAM
JAM provides air connectivity for Yambol, Bulgaria. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via JAM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Bezmer Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from JAM
- 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 JAM are SZR, GOZ, BOJ — consider these for potentially lower fares