LID - Valkenburg Naval Air Base
Valkenburg, Netherlands
IATA Code: LID · Valkenburg, Netherlands
The airport code LID is the IATA identifier for Valkenburg Naval Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Valkenburg Airport (LID).
Valkenburg Naval Air Base (LID) serves Valkenburg, Netherlands, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LID is the IATA airport code for Valkenburg Naval Air Base, located in Valkenburg, Netherlands. The airport is situated at coordinates 52.1661°N, 4.4179°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
- LID
- City
- Valkenburg
- Country
- Netherlands
- Timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
- Latitude
- 52.1661°
- Longitude
- 4.4179°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LID
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTM - Rotterdam | 23 km | $355 | $1/passenger |
| AMS - Amsterdam | 28 km | $432 | $1/passenger |
| UTC - Soesterberg | 59 km | $910 | $2/passenger |
| GLZ - Gilze-rijen | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| WOE - Woensdrecht | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| LEY - Lelystad | 82 km | $1,265 | $3/passenger |
| DHR - De Kooy | 88 km | $1,358 | $3/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 103 km | $1,589 | $3/passenger |
| EIN - Eindhoven | 103 km | $1,589 | $3/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| NRN - Weeze | 134 km | $2,067 | $4/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| LWR - Leeuwarden | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| OST - Ostend | 152 km | $2,345 | $5/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| ENS - Enschede | 169 km | $2,607 | $5/passenger |
| KJK - Kortrijk-vevelgem | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| MGL - Moenchengladbach | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| GRQ - Groningen | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 184 km | $2,839 | $6/passenger |
| DUS - Duesseldorf | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| CRL - Charleroi | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| ESS - Essen | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| LIL - Lille | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| XME - Maubeuge | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| HZB - Merville | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| XVS - Valenciennes | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| CQF - Calais | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| NWI - Norwich | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| BMK - Borkum | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| FMO - Munster | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| MSE - Manston | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| DTM - Dortmund | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| EME - Emden | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| CGN - Cologne | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| JUI - Juist | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| BNJ - Sankt-Augustin | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| NOD - Norden | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| BEQ - Honington | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| NRD - Norderney | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| BMR - Baltrum | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| SEN - Southend | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| LKZ - Lakenheath | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| LYM - Lympne | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| GUT - Guetersloh | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| MHZ - Mildenhall | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LID 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 LID
- 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 Valkenburg
Valkenburg 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 LID
As a European airport, LID 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 LID
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Valkenburg Naval Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LID
- 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 LID are RTM, AMS, UTC — consider these for potentially lower fares