KAL - Kaltag Airport

Kaltag, United States

IATA Code: KAL · Kaltag, United States

The airport code KAL is the IATA identifier for Kaltag Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kaltag Airport (KAL).

Kaltag Airport (KAL) serves Kaltag, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

KAL is the IATA airport code for Kaltag Airport, located in Kaltag, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 64.3191°N, 158.7410°W. 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
KAL
City
Kaltag
Country
United States
Timezone
America/Anchorage
Latitude
64.3191°
Longitude
-158.7410°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KAL

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
NUL - Nulato 56 km $817 $2/passenger
KYU - Koyukuk 79 km $1,152 $2/passenger
GAL - Galena 98 km $1,430 $3/passenger
UNK - Unalakleet 111 km $1,619 $3/passenger
SKK - Shaktoolik 120 km $1,751 $4/passenger
KKA - Koyuk 134 km $1,955 $4/passenger
RBY - Ruby 163 km $2,378 $5/passenger
ELI - Elim 172 km $2,509 $5/passenger
SHX - Shageluk 185 km $2,699 $5/passenger
SMK - St. Michael 189 km $2,757 $6/passenger
HSL - Huslia 190 km $2,772 $6/passenger
ANV - Anvik 199 km $2,903 $6/passenger
GLV - Golovin 206 km $3,005 $6/passenger
TLJ - Tatalina 209 km $3,049 $6/passenger
BKC - Buckland 216 km $3,151 $6/passenger
MCG - Mcgrath 217 km $3,166 $6/passenger
WMO - White Mountain 227 km $3,311 $7/passenger
HCR - Holy Cross 243 km $3,545 $7/passenger
WLK - Selawik 260 km $3,793 $8/passenger
NIB - Nikolai 260 km $3,793 $8/passenger
DRG - Deering 270 km $3,939 $8/passenger
KOT - Kotlik 276 km $4,026 $8/passenger
HUS - Hughes 283 km $4,128 $8/passenger
SHG - Shungnak 295 km $4,303 $9/passenger
ORV - Noorvik 297 km $4,333 $9/passenger
UTO - Indian Mountains 300 km $4,376 $9/passenger
OBU - Kobuk 300 km $4,376 $9/passenger
SLQ - Sleetmute 302 km $4,406 $9/passenger
IAN - Kiana 305 km $4,449 $9/passenger
CHU - Chuathbaluk 306 km $4,464 $9/passenger
ANI - Aniak 307 km $4,479 $9/passenger
RSH - Russian Mission 311 km $4,537 $9/passenger
ABL - Ambler 313 km $4,566 $9/passenger
LMA - Lake Minchumina 316 km $4,610 $9/passenger
MLL - Marshall 319 km $4,654 $9/passenger
KLG - Kalskag 320 km $4,668 $9/passenger
OME - Nome 322 km $4,697 $9/passenger
EMK - Emmonak 332 km $4,843 $10/passenger
OTZ - Kotzebue 336 km $4,902 $10/passenger
KSM - St Mary'''s 340 km $4,960 $10/passenger
AUK - Alakanuk 345 km $5,033 $10/passenger
MOU - Mountain Village 350 km $5,106 $10/passenger
TLA - Teller 374 km $5,456 $11/passenger
AET - Allakaket 376 km $5,485 $11/passenger
KTS - Brevig Mission 382 km $5,573 $11/passenger
MLY - Manley Hot Springs 392 km $5,718 $11/passenger
SVW - Sparrevohn 393 km $5,733 $11/passenger
KPC - Port Clarence 398 km $5,806 $12/passenger
AKI - Akiak 401 km $5,850 $12/passenger
SHH - Shishmaref 403 km $5,879 $12/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KAL 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.

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Climate & Weather at Kaltag

Kaltag 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 KAL

Traveling through Kaltag in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.

🇺🇳 United States Travel Tips

Within the United States, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry can significantly reduce security wait times. Domestic flights require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport starting in 2025. Jet fuel prices in North America tend to be among the most competitive globally, though they remain sensitive to Gulf of Mexico refining capacity.

Planning Your Trip via KAL

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