KUN - Kaunas International Airport
Kaunas, Lithuania
IATA Code: KUN · Kaunas, Lithuania
The airport code KUN is the IATA identifier for Kaunas International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kaunas Airport (KUN).
Kaunas International Airport (KUN) serves Kaunas, Lithuania, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KUN is the IATA airport code for Kaunas International Airport, located in Kaunas, Lithuania. The airport is situated at coordinates 54.9639°N, 24.0848°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
- KUN
- City
- Kaunas
- Country
- Lithuania
- Timezone
- Europe/Vilnius
- Latitude
- 54.9639°
- Longitude
- 24.0848°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KUN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VNO - Vilnius | 85 km | $1,311 | $3/passenger |
| PNV - Panevezys | 88 km | $1,358 | $3/passenger |
| SQQ - Siauliai | 112 km | $1,728 | $3/passenger |
| HLJ - Barysiai | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| GNA - Hrodna | 151 km | $2,330 | $5/passenger |
| DGP - Daugavpils | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| KLJ - Klaipeda | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| RIX - Riga | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| PLQ - Palanga | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| KGD - Kaliningrad | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| MHP - Minsk | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| LPX - Liepaja | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| SZY - Szczytno-Szymany | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| MSQ - Minsk 2 | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| VNT - Ventspils | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| BQT - Brest | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| BXP - Biała Podlaska | 335 km | $5,168 | $10/passenger |
| WMI - Warsaw | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| QYD - Gdynia | 360 km | $5,554 | $11/passenger |
| GDN - Gdansk | 367 km | $5,662 | $11/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 373 km | $5,755 | $12/passenger |
| URE - Kuressaare | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| EPU - Parnu | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| VTB - Vitebsk | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| TAY - Tartu | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| MVQ - Mogilev | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| PKV - Pskov | 411 km | $6,341 | $13/passenger |
| LUZ - Lublin | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| VLU - Velikiye Luki | 438 km | $6,757 | $14/passenger |
| RDO - RADOM | 441 km | $6,804 | $14/passenger |
| BZG - Bydgoszcz | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| OSP - Slupsk | 451 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| KDL - Kardla | 454 km | $7,004 | $14/passenger |
| VBY - Visby | 464 km | $7,159 | $14/passenger |
| LCJ - Lodz | 476 km | $7,344 | $15/passenger |
| UCK - Lutsk | 486 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| TLL - Tallinn-ulemiste International | 497 km | $7,668 | $15/passenger |
| RWN - Rivne | 504 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
| LNX - Smolensk | 508 km | $7,837 | $16/passenger |
| KLR - Kalkmar | 523 km | $8,069 | $16/passenger |
| GME - Gomel | 530 km | $8,177 | $16/passenger |
| OSK - Oskarshamn | 539 km | $8,316 | $17/passenger |
| POZ - Poznan | 555 km | $8,563 | $17/passenger |
| RZE - Rzeszow | 557 km | $8,593 | $17/passenger |
| RNB - Ronneby | 572 km | $8,825 | $18/passenger |
| LWO - Lvov | 573 km | $8,840 | $18/passenger |
| HLF - Hultsfred | 584 km | $9,010 | $18/passenger |
| HEM - Helsinki | 591 km | $9,118 | $18/passenger |
| RNN - Ronne | 594 km | $9,164 | $18/passenger |
| HEL - Helsinki | 598 km | $9,226 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KUN 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 KUN
- 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 Kaunas
Kaunas 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 KUN
As a European airport, KUN 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 KUN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kaunas International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KUN
- 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 KUN are VNO, PNV, SQQ — consider these for potentially lower fares