KAX - Kalbarri Airport
Kalbarri, Australia
IATA Code: KAX · Kalbarri, Australia
The airport code KAX is the IATA identifier for Kalbarri Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kalbarri Airport (KAX).
Kalbarri Airport (KAX) serves Kalbarri, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KAX is the IATA airport code for Kalbarri Airport, located in Kalbarri, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.6928°S, 114.2592°E. 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
- KAX
- City
- Kalbarri
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Perth
- Latitude
- -27.6928°
- Longitude
- 114.2592°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KAX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GET - Geraldton | 130 km | $1,875 | $4/passenger |
| MJK - Shark Bay | 211 km | $3,043 | $6/passenger |
| CVQ - Carnarvon | 318 km | $4,586 | $9/passenger |
| MMG - Mount Magnet | 355 km | $5,119 | $10/passenger |
| MKR - Meekatharra | 441 km | $6,359 | $13/passenger |
| RTS - Rottnest Island | 495 km | $7,138 | $14/passenger |
| PER - Perth | 500 km | $7,210 | $14/passenger |
| JAD - Perth | 514 km | $7,412 | $15/passenger |
| WUN - Wiluna | 601 km | $8,666 | $17/passenger |
| LEA - Learmonth | 607 km | $8,753 | $18/passenger |
| PBO - Paraburdoo | 613 km | $8,839 | $18/passenger |
| WME - Mount Keith | 623 km | $8,984 | $18/passenger |
| LER - Leinster | 634 km | $9,142 | $18/passenger |
| BUY - Bunbury | 647 km | $9,330 | $19/passenger |
| OCM - Brockman | 648 km | $9,344 | $19/passenger |
| ONS - Onslow | 675 km | $9,734 | $19/passenger |
| BQB - Brusselton | 676 km | $9,748 | $19/passenger |
| CJF - Coondewanna | 697 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| SLJ - Solomon | 700 km | $10,094 | $20/passenger |
| LNO - Leonora | 703 km | $10,137 | $20/passenger |
| ZNE - Newman | 731 km | $10,541 | $21/passenger |
| BYP - Barimunya | 745 km | $10,743 | $21/passenger |
| BWB - Barrow Island | 768 km | $11,075 | $22/passenger |
| KGI - Kalgoorlie | 779 km | $11,233 | $22/passenger |
| KFE - Cloudbreak | 795 km | $11,464 | $23/passenger |
| LVO - Laverton | 807 km | $11,637 | $23/passenger |
| KTA - Karratha | 817 km | $11,781 | $24/passenger |
| ALH - Albany | 874 km | $12,603 | $25/passenger |
| RVT - Ravensthorpe | 885 km | $12,762 | $26/passenger |
| PHE - Port Hedland | 926 km | $13,353 | $27/passenger |
| EPR - Esperance | 983 km | $14,175 | $28/passenger |
| TEF - Telfer | 1,043 km | $15,040 | $30/passenger |
| BME - Broome | 1,356 km | $19,554 | $39/passenger |
| FOS - Forrest | 1,388 km | $20,015 | $40/passenger |
| NKB - Noonkanbah | 1,488 km | $21,457 | $43/passenger |
| DCN - Derby | 1,491 km | $21,500 | $43/passenger |
| DRB - Derby | 1,499 km | $21,616 | $43/passenger |
| DKV - Docker River | 1,509 km | $21,760 | $44/passenger |
| FIZ - Fitzroy Crossing | 1,566 km | $22,582 | $45/passenger |
| AYQ - Uluru | 1,686 km | $24,312 | $49/passenger |
| AMT - Amata | 1,688 km | $24,341 | $49/passenger |
| HCQ - Halls Creek | 1,727 km | $24,903 | $50/passenger |
| KYI - Yalata | 1,748 km | $25,206 | $50/passenger |
| KCS - Petermann | 1,791 km | $25,826 | $52/passenger |
| YUE - Yuendumu | 1,865 km | $26,893 | $54/passenger |
| HMG - Hermannsburg | 1,901 km | $27,412 | $55/passenger |
| GYL - Argyle | 1,907 km | $27,499 | $55/passenger |
| EDD - Erldunda | 1,909 km | $27,528 | $55/passenger |
| CED - Ceduna | 1,936 km | $27,917 | $56/passenger |
| HOK - Hooker Creek | 1,970 km | $28,407 | $57/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KAX 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 KAX
- 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 Kalbarri
Kalbarri 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 KAX
Located in the Oceania region, KAX serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via KAX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kalbarri Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KAX
- 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 KAX are GET, MJK, CVQ — consider these for potentially lower fares