LDH - Lord Howe Island Airport
Lord Howe Island, Australia
IATA Code: LDH · Lord Howe Island, Australia
The airport code LDH is the IATA identifier for Lord Howe Island Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lord Howe Island Airport (LDH).
Lord Howe Island Airport (LDH) serves Lord Howe Island, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LDH is the IATA airport code for Lord Howe Island Airport, located in Lord Howe Island, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.5383°S, 159.0770°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
- LDH
- City
- Lord Howe Island
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Lord_Howe
- Latitude
- -31.5383°
- Longitude
- 159.0770°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LDH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFS - Coff'''s Harbour | 584 km | $8,421 | $17/passenger |
| PQQ - Port Macquarie | 589 km | $8,493 | $17/passenger |
| KPS - | 601 km | $8,666 | $17/passenger |
| BNK - Ballina Byron Bay | 609 km | $8,782 | $18/passenger |
| GFN - Grafton | 611 km | $8,811 | $18/passenger |
| TRO - Taree | 622 km | $8,969 | $18/passenger |
| LSY - Lismore | 635 km | $9,157 | $18/passenger |
| OOL - Coolangatta | 655 km | $9,445 | $19/passenger |
| NTL - Newcastle | 696 km | $10,036 | $20/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 718 km | $10,354 | $21/passenger |
| ARM - Armidale | 719 km | $10,368 | $21/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 726 km | $10,469 | $21/passenger |
| ACF - Brisbane | 734 km | $10,584 | $21/passenger |
| GLI - Glen Innes | 737 km | $10,628 | $21/passenger |
| BNE - Brisbane | 739 km | $10,656 | $21/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 741 km | $10,685 | $21/passenger |
| IVR - Inverell | 780 km | $11,248 | $22/passenger |
| NSO - Scone | 781 km | $11,262 | $23/passenger |
| TMW - Tamworth | 783 km | $11,291 | $23/passenger |
| CUD - Caloundra | 784 km | $11,305 | $23/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 786 km | $11,334 | $23/passenger |
| MCY - Maroochydore | 799 km | $11,522 | $23/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 802 km | $11,565 | $23/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 810 km | $11,680 | $23/passenger |
| TWB - Toowoomba | 823 km | $11,868 | $24/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 832 km | $11,997 | $24/passenger |
| WTB - Toowoomba | 832 km | $11,997 | $24/passenger |
| GUH - | 841 km | $12,127 | $24/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 842 km | $12,142 | $24/passenger |
| OKY - Oakey | 846 km | $12,199 | $24/passenger |
| NOA - Nowra | 880 km | $12,690 | $25/passenger |
| NAA - Narrabri | 892 km | $12,863 | $26/passenger |
| KGY - | 893 km | $12,877 | $26/passenger |
| NLK - Norfolk Island | 895 km | $12,906 | $26/passenger |
| DGE - Mudgee | 899 km | $12,964 | $26/passenger |
| GOO - Goondiwindi | 907 km | $13,079 | $26/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 908 km | $13,093 | $26/passenger |
| MRZ - Moree | 913 km | $13,165 | $26/passenger |
| MBH - Maryborough | 913 km | $13,165 | $26/passenger |
| HVB - Hervey Bay | 919 km | $13,252 | $27/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 931 km | $13,425 | $27/passenger |
| GUL - Goulburn | 943 km | $13,598 | $27/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 955 km | $13,771 | $28/passenger |
| MYA - Moruya | 957 km | $13,800 | $28/passenger |
| CCL - Chinchilla | 977 km | $14,088 | $28/passenger |
| GAH - Gayndah | 981 km | $14,146 | $28/passenger |
| BDB - Bundaberg | 991 km | $14,290 | $29/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 994 km | $14,333 | $29/passenger |
| CBR - Canberra | 1,008 km | $14,535 | $29/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 1,008 km | $14,535 | $29/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LDH 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 LDH
- 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 Lord Howe Island
Lord Howe Island enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through LDH
Located in the Oceania region, LDH serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via LDH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lord Howe Island Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LDH
- 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 LDH are CFS, PQQ, KPS — consider these for potentially lower fares