KRW - Turkmenbashi Airport
Krasnovodsk, Turkmenistan
IATA Code: KRW · Krasnovodsk, Turkmenistan
The airport code KRW is the IATA identifier for Turkmenbashi Airport. You may also find it referred to as Krasnovodsk Airport (KRW).
Turkmenbashi Airport (KRW) serves Krasnovodsk, Turkmenistan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KRW is the IATA airport code for Turkmenbashi Airport, located in Krasnovodsk, Turkmenistan. The airport is situated at coordinates 40.0633°N, 53.0072°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
- KRW
- City
- Krasnovodsk
- Country
- Turkmenistan
- Timezone
- Asia/Ashgabat
- Latitude
- 40.0633°
- Longitude
- 53.0072°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KRW
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GYD - Baku | 255 km | $3,677 | $7/passenger |
| ZXT - Baku | 262 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| KLM - Kalaleh | 366 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| GBT - Gorgan | 371 km | $5,350 | $11/passenger |
| SRY - Dasht-e-naz | 381 km | $5,494 | $11/passenger |
| LLK - Lankaran | 389 km | $5,609 | $11/passenger |
| NSH - Noshahr | 401 km | $5,782 | $12/passenger |
| RZR - Ramsar | 405 km | $5,840 | $12/passenger |
| RAS - Rasht | 423 km | $6,100 | $12/passenger |
| ADU - Ardabil | 440 km | $6,345 | $13/passenger |
| PFQ - Parsabad | 441 km | $6,359 | $13/passenger |
| RUD - Emam Shahr | 444 km | $6,402 | $13/passenger |
| SCO - Aktau | 451 km | $6,503 | $13/passenger |
| GBB - Qabala | 456 km | $6,576 | $13/passenger |
| BJB - Bojnourd | 470 km | $6,777 | $14/passenger |
| GZW - Ghazvin | 498 km | $7,181 | $14/passenger |
| THR - Teheran | 509 km | $7,340 | $15/passenger |
| PYK - Karaj | 514 km | $7,412 | $15/passenger |
| ASB - Ashkhabad | 517 km | $7,455 | $15/passenger |
| MCX - Makhachkala | 541 km | $7,801 | $16/passenger |
| IKA - Tehran | 542 km | $7,816 | $16/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 546 km | $7,873 | $16/passenger |
| ZTU - Zaqatala | 559 km | $8,061 | $16/passenger |
| KVD - Ganja | 571 km | $8,234 | $16/passenger |
| AFZ - Sabzevar | 590 km | $8,508 | $17/passenger |
| TAZ - Dasoguz | 603 km | $8,695 | $17/passenger |
| NCU - Nukus | 615 km | $8,868 | $18/passenger |
| TBZ - Tabriz | 622 km | $8,969 | $18/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 654 km | $9,431 | $19/passenger |
| UGC - Urgench | 664 km | $9,575 | $19/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 669 km | $9,647 | $19/passenger |
| KKS - Kashan | 697 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| HDM - Hamadan | 698 km | $10,065 | $20/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 700 km | $10,094 | $20/passenger |
| KHY - Khoy | 715 km | $10,310 | $21/passenger |
| AJK - Arak | 716 km | $10,325 | $21/passenger |
| MHD - Mashhad | 719 km | $10,368 | $21/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 732 km | $10,555 | $21/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 737 km | $10,628 | $21/passenger |
| SDG - Sanandaj | 752 km | $10,844 | $22/passenger |
| IGT - Magas | 756 km | $10,902 | $22/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 777 km | $11,204 | $22/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 778 km | $11,219 | $22/passenger |
| OGZ - Beslan | 780 km | $11,248 | $22/passenger |
| TCX - Tabas | 790 km | $11,392 | $23/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 791 km | $11,406 | $23/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 801 km | $11,550 | $23/passenger |
| IFH - Daran | 804 km | $11,594 | $23/passenger |
| CKT - Sarakhs | 807 km | $11,637 | $23/passenger |
| YKO - Hakkari | 809 km | $11,666 | $23/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KRW 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 KRW
- 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 Krasnovodsk
Krasnovodsk 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 KRW
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, KRW 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 KRW
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Turkmenbashi Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KRW
- 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 KRW are GYD, ZXT, KLM — consider these for potentially lower fares