KMH - Johan Pienaar Airport

Kuruman, South Africa

IATA Code: KMH · Kuruman, South Africa

The airport code KMH is the IATA identifier for Johan Pienaar Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kuruman Airport (KMH).

Johan Pienaar Airport (KMH) serves Kuruman, South Africa, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

KMH is the IATA airport code for Johan Pienaar Airport, located in Kuruman, South Africa. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.4567°S, 23.4114°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)

$5.56/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
KMH
City
Kuruman
Country
South Africa
Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Latitude
-27.4567°
Longitude
23.4114°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Africa

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KMH

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

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
SIS - Sishen 46 km $716 $1/passenger
LMR - Lime Acres 100 km $1,557 $3/passenger
VRU - Vryburg 141 km $2,195 $4/passenger
KIM - Kimberley 200 km $3,114 $6/passenger
UTN - Upington 236 km $3,674 $7/passenger
MBD - Mafeking 281 km $4,375 $9/passenger
KXE - Klerksdorp 334 km $5,200 $10/passenger
BFN - Bloemfontein 336 km $5,231 $10/passenger
JWA - Jwaneng 342 km $5,324 $11/passenger
PCF - Potchefstroom 374 km $5,822 $12/passenger
GBE - Gaberone 408 km $6,352 $13/passenger
NTY - Pilanesberg 443 km $6,897 $14/passenger
MSU - Maseru 462 km $7,192 $14/passenger
FCB - Ficksburg 466 km $7,255 $15/passenger
HLA - Johannesburg 479 km $7,457 $15/passenger
QRA - Johannesburg 489 km $7,613 $15/passenger
AGZ - Aggeneys 493 km $7,675 $15/passenger
GCJ - Johannesburg 497 km $7,737 $15/passenger
JNB - Johannesburg 502 km $7,815 $16/passenger
WKF - Waterkloof 511 km $7,955 $16/passenger
PRY - Pretoria 519 km $8,080 $16/passenger
KMP - Keetmanshoop 535 km $8,329 $17/passenger
HRS - Harrismith 567 km $8,827 $18/passenger
ZEC - Secunda 580 km $9,029 $18/passenger
SBU - Springbok 589 km $9,170 $18/passenger
UTW - Queenstown 599 km $9,325 $19/passenger
LAY - Ladysmith 635 km $9,886 $20/passenger
NCS - Newcastle 648 km $10,088 $20/passenger
VRE - Vredendal 662 km $10,306 $21/passenger
KLZ - Kleinsee 665 km $10,353 $21/passenger
GNZ - Ghanzi 665 km $10,353 $21/passenger
UTT - Umtata 683 km $10,633 $21/passenger
ALJ - Alexander Bay 686 km $10,680 $21/passenger
OUH - Oudtshoorn 694 km $10,804 $22/passenger
OMD - Oranjemund 695 km $10,820 $22/passenger
BIY - Bisho 710 km $11,053 $22/passenger
ORP - Orapa 715 km $11,131 $22/passenger
PZB - Pietermaritzburg 725 km $11,287 $23/passenger
PTG - Potgietersrus 727 km $11,318 $23/passenger
GRJ - George 735 km $11,442 $23/passenger
PBZ - Plettenberg Bay 737 km $11,474 $23/passenger
PKW - Selebi-phikwe 748 km $11,645 $23/passenger
JOH - Port Saint Johns 749 km $11,660 $23/passenger
ELS - East London 751 km $11,692 $23/passenger
PLZ - Port Elizabeth 756 km $11,769 $24/passenger
MGH - Margate 772 km $12,018 $24/passenger
NLP - Nelspruit 778 km $12,112 $24/passenger
ADY - Alldays 778 km $12,112 $24/passenger
ROD - Robertson 782 km $12,174 $24/passenger
VIR - Durban 789 km $12,283 $25/passenger

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

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KMH 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 Kuruman

Kuruman 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 KMH

KMH operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.

Planning Your Trip via KMH

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