JTR - Santorini Airport
Thira, Greece
IATA Code: JTR · Thira, Greece
The airport code JTR is the IATA identifier for Santorini Airport. You may also find it referred to as Thira Airport (JTR).
Santorini Airport (JTR) serves Thira, Greece, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
JTR is the IATA airport code for Santorini Airport, located in Thira, Greece. The airport is situated at coordinates 36.3992°N, 25.4793°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
- JTR
- City
- Thira
- Country
- Greece
- Timezone
- Europe/Athens
- Latitude
- 36.3992°
- Longitude
- 25.4793°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from JTR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| JNX - Cyclades Islands | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| PAS - Paros | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| JTY - Astypalaia | 83 km | $1,281 | $3/passenger |
| MLO - Milos | 95 km | $1,466 | $3/passenger |
| JMK - Mykonos | 116 km | $1,790 | $4/passenger |
| HER - Heraklion | 121 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| JSY - Syros Island | 123 km | $1,898 | $4/passenger |
| JSH - Sitia | 143 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| JKL - Kalymnos | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| LRS - Leros | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| KGS - Kos | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| CHQ - Chania | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| JIK - Ikaria | 162 km | $2,499 | $5/passenger |
| KSJ - Kasos | 169 km | $2,607 | $5/passenger |
| AOK - Karpathos | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| SMI - Samos | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| BXN - Bodrum | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| BJV - Bodrum | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| ATH - Athens | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| KIT - Kithira | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| JKH - Chios | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| HEW - Athens | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| PKH - Porto Heli | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| RHO - Rhodos | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| ADB - Izmir | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| SPJ - Sparti | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| IGL - Izmir | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| DLM - Dalaman | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| SKU - Skiros | 299 km | $4,613 | $9/passenger |
| MJT - Mytilini | 311 km | $4,798 | $10/passenger |
| KLX - Kalamata | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| JSI - Skiathos | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| KZS - Kastelorizo | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| EDO - Balikesir Korfez | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| VOL - Nea Anghialos | 392 km | $6,048 | $12/passenger |
| LXS - Limnos | 392 km | $6,048 | $12/passenger |
| DNZ - Denizli | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| PYR - Andravida | 408 km | $6,295 | $13/passenger |
| GPA - Patras | 408 km | $6,295 | $13/passenger |
| BZI - Balikesir | 417 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| CKZ - Canakkale | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| ZTH - Zakynthos | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| USQ - Usak | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| AGQ - Agrinion | 439 km | $6,773 | $14/passenger |
| LRA - Larissa | 448 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| ISE - Isparta | 463 km | $7,143 | $14/passenger |
| AYT - Antalya | 478 km | $7,375 | $15/passenger |
| EFL - Keffallinia | 480 km | $7,405 | $15/passenger |
| BDM - Bandirma | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| AXD - Alexandroupolis | 497 km | $7,668 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your JTR 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 JTR
- 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 Thira
Thira 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 JTR
As a European airport, JTR 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 JTR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Santorini Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from JTR
- 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 JTR are JNX, PAS, JTY — consider these for potentially lower fares