KUF - Kurumoch International Airport
Samara, Russia
IATA Code: KUF · Samara, Russia
The airport code KUF is the IATA identifier for Kurumoch International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Samara Airport (KUF).
Kurumoch International Airport (KUF) serves Samara, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KUF is the IATA airport code for Kurumoch International Airport, located in Samara, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.5049°N, 50.1643°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
- KUF
- City
- Samara
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Samara
- Latitude
- 53.5049°
- Longitude
- 50.1643°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KUF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 134 km | $2,067 | $4/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| UUA - Bugulma | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| BWO - Balakovo | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| NBC - Nizhnekamsk | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| SKX - Saransk | 332 km | $5,122 | $10/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 339 km | $5,230 | $10/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 344 km | $5,307 | $11/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 352 km | $5,431 | $11/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 383 km | $5,909 | $12/passenger |
| UFA - Ufa | 391 km | $6,032 | $12/passenger |
| REN - Orenburg | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| IJK - Izhevsk | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| GOJ - Nizhniy Novgorod | 508 km | $7,837 | $16/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 558 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| MQF - Magnetiogorsk | 569 km | $8,779 | $18/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 584 km | $9,010 | $18/passenger |
| AKX - Aktyubinsk | 604 km | $9,319 | $19/passenger |
| PEE - Perm | 612 km | $9,442 | $19/passenger |
| OSW - Orsk | 634 km | $9,781 | $20/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 663 km | $10,229 | $20/passenger |
| IWA - Ivanovo | 698 km | $10,769 | $22/passenger |
| LPK - Lipetsk | 714 km | $11,016 | $22/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 719 km | $11,093 | $22/passenger |
| KMW - Kostroma | 745 km | $11,494 | $23/passenger |
| CEK - Chelyabinsk | 760 km | $11,725 | $23/passenger |
| VOZ - Voronezh | 760 km | $11,725 | $23/passenger |
| SVX - Yekaterinburg | 765 km | $11,802 | $24/passenger |
| IAR - Yaroslavl | 773 km | $11,926 | $24/passenger |
| ZIA - Ramenskoe | 807 km | $12,450 | $25/passenger |
| BKA - Moscow | 814 km | $12,558 | $25/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 818 km | $12,620 | $25/passenger |
| DME - Moscow | 819 km | $12,636 | $25/passenger |
| CKL - Shchyolkovo | 820 km | $12,651 | $25/passenger |
| VUS - Veliky Ustyug | 843 km | $13,006 | $26/passenger |
| OSF - Moscow | 846 km | $13,052 | $26/passenger |
| SVO - Moscow | 862 km | $13,299 | $27/passenger |
| VKO - Moscow | 862 km | $13,299 | $27/passenger |
| VLK - | 862 km | $13,299 | $27/passenger |
| RYB - Rybinsk | 867 km | $13,376 | $27/passenger |
| KSZ - Kotlas | 884 km | $13,638 | $27/passenger |
| KSN - Kostanay | 888 km | $13,700 | $27/passenger |
| ESL - Elista | 895 km | $13,808 | $28/passenger |
| VGD - Vologda | 897 km | $13,839 | $28/passenger |
| SCW - Syktyvkar | 906 km | $13,978 | $28/passenger |
| KLF - Kaluga | 907 km | $13,993 | $28/passenger |
| VSG - Lugansk | 942 km | $14,533 | $29/passenger |
| OEL - Oakley | 943 km | $14,549 | $29/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KUF 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 KUF
- 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 Samara
Samara 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 KUF
As a European airport, KUF 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 KUF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kurumoch International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KUF
- 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 KUF are ULY, ULV, UUA — consider these for potentially lower fares