KRO - Kurgan Airport
Kurgan, Russia
IATA Code: KRO · Kurgan, Russia
The airport code KRO is the IATA identifier for Kurgan Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kurgan Airport (KRO).
Kurgan Airport (KRO) serves Kurgan, Russia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KRO is the IATA airport code for Kurgan Airport, located in Kurgan, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 55.4753°N, 65.4156°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
- KRO
- City
- Kurgan
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Asia/Yekaterinburg
- Latitude
- 55.4753°
- Longitude
- 65.4156°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KRO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TJM - Tyumen | 191 km | $2,754 | $6/passenger |
| CEK - Chelyabinsk | 248 km | $3,576 | $7/passenger |
| PPK - Petropavlosk | 252 km | $3,634 | $7/passenger |
| KSN - Kostanay | 280 km | $4,038 | $8/passenger |
| SVX - Yekaterinburg | 319 km | $4,600 | $9/passenger |
| KOV - Kokshetau | 361 km | $5,206 | $10/passenger |
| MQF - Magnetiogorsk | 489 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| OMS - Omsk | 504 km | $7,268 | $15/passenger |
| URJ - Uraj | 516 km | $7,441 | $15/passenger |
| AYK - Arkalyk | 583 km | $8,407 | $17/passenger |
| UFA - Ufa | 616 km | $8,883 | $18/passenger |
| PEE - Perm | 634 km | $9,142 | $18/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 638 km | $9,200 | $18/passenger |
| HMA - Khanty-Mansiysk | 654 km | $9,431 | $19/passenger |
| OVS - Sovetskiy | 659 km | $9,503 | $19/passenger |
| OSW - Orsk | 667 km | $9,618 | $19/passenger |
| NYA - Nyagan | 738 km | $10,642 | $21/passenger |
| IJK - Izhevsk | 755 km | $10,887 | $22/passenger |
| NFG - Nefteyugansk | 755 km | $10,887 | $22/passenger |
| REN - Orenburg | 773 km | $11,147 | $22/passenger |
| EKB - Ekibastuz | 777 km | $11,204 | $22/passenger |
| AKX - Aktyubinsk | 800 km | $11,536 | $23/passenger |
| SGC - Surgut | 800 km | $11,536 | $23/passenger |
| UUA - Bugulma | 808 km | $11,651 | $23/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 837 km | $12,070 | $24/passenger |
| NBC - Nizhnekamsk | 837 km | $12,070 | $24/passenger |
| PWQ - Pavlodar | 846 km | $12,199 | $24/passenger |
| DZN - Zhezkazgan | 878 km | $12,661 | $25/passenger |
| NJC - Nizhnevartovsk | 887 km | $12,791 | $26/passenger |
| KGP - Kogalym | 911 km | $13,137 | $26/passenger |
| EYK - Beloyarsky | 916 km | $13,209 | $26/passenger |
| SWT - Strezhevoy | 923 km | $13,310 | $27/passenger |
| EZV - Berezovo | 939 km | $13,540 | $27/passenger |
| KUF - Samara | 1,007 km | $14,521 | $29/passenger |
| RAT - Raduzhnyi | 1,008 km | $14,535 | $29/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 1,013 km | $14,607 | $29/passenger |
| NOJ - Noyabrsk | 1,021 km | $14,723 | $29/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 1,027 km | $14,809 | $30/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 1,037 km | $14,954 | $30/passenger |
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 1,065 km | $15,357 | $31/passenger |
| SCW - Syktyvkar | 1,084 km | $15,631 | $31/passenger |
| OVB - Novosibirsk | 1,091 km | $15,732 | $31/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 1,092 km | $15,747 | $31/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 1,105 km | $15,934 | $32/passenger |
| BXY - Baikonur | 1,107 km | $15,963 | $32/passenger |
| UCT - Ukhta | 1,109 km | $15,992 | $32/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 1,129 km | $16,280 | $33/passenger |
| PLX - Semiplatinsk | 1,142 km | $16,468 | $33/passenger |
| BXH - Balkhash | 1,163 km | $16,770 | $34/passenger |
| PEX - Pechora | 1,163 km | $16,770 | $34/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KRO 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 KRO
- 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 Kurgan
Kurgan 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 KRO
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, KRO is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via KRO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kurgan Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KRO
- 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 KRO are TJM, CEK, PPK — consider these for potentially lower fares