KTW - Katowice International Airport
Katowice, Poland
IATA Code: KTW · Katowice, Poland
The airport code KTW is the IATA identifier for Katowice International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Katowice Airport (KTW).
Katowice International Airport (KTW) serves Katowice, Poland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KTW is the IATA airport code for Katowice International Airport, located in Katowice, Poland. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.4743°N, 19.0800°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- KTW
- City
- Katowice
- Country
- Poland
- Timezone
- Europe/Warsaw
- Latitude
- 50.4743°
- Longitude
- 19.0800°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KTW
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRK - Krakow | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| OSR - Ostrava | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| LCJ - Lodz | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| ILZ - Žilina | 142 km | $2,191 | $4/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| WRO - Wroclaw | 169 km | $2,607 | $5/passenger |
| TAT - Poprad | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| RDO - RADOM | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| SLD - Sliac | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| RZE - Rzeszow | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| PZY - Piestany | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 229 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| WMI - Warsaw | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| KSC - Kosice | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| POZ - Poznan | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| LUZ - Lublin | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| IEG - Zielona Gora | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| BZG - Bydgoszcz | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| BXP - Biała Podlaska | 329 km | $5,076 | $10/passenger |
| VOD - Vodochody | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| BUD - Budapest | 339 km | $5,230 | $10/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 345 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| CBU - Cottbus | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| LWO - Lvov | 355 km | $5,477 | $11/passenger |
| SZY - Szczytno-Szymany | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| DRS - Dresden | 380 km | $5,863 | $12/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 380 km | $5,863 | $12/passenger |
| BQT - Brest | 381 km | $5,878 | $12/passenger |
| IES - Riesa | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 414 km | $6,387 | $13/passenger |
| LNZ - Linz | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| GDN - Gdansk | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| KLV - Karlovy Vary | 438 km | $6,757 | $14/passenger |
| SXF - Berlin | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| IFO - Ivano-Frankivsk | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| SOB - Sármellék | 444 km | $6,850 | $14/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 447 km | $6,896 | $14/passenger |
| SZZ - Szczecin | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| THF - Berlin | 451 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| UCK - Lutsk | 453 km | $6,989 | $14/passenger |
| QXH - Schoenhagen | 454 km | $7,004 | $14/passenger |
| QYD - Gdynia | 458 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| TZR - Columbus | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KTW 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 Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/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 KTW
- 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 Katowice
Katowice 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 KTW
As a European airport, KTW falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via KTW
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Katowice International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KTW
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to KTW are KRK, OSR, LCJ — consider these for potentially lower fares