LLE - Riverside Airport
Malalane, South Africa
IATA Code: LLE · Malalane, South Africa
The airport code LLE is the IATA identifier for Riverside Airport. You may also find it referred to as Malalane Airport (LLE).
Riverside Airport (LLE) serves Malalane, South Africa, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LLE is the IATA airport code for Riverside Airport, located in Malalane, South Africa. The airport is situated at coordinates 25.4300°S, 31.5767°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- LLE
- City
- Malalane
- Country
- South Africa
- Timezone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Latitude
- -25.4300°
- Longitude
- 31.5767°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LLE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| MQP - Mpumalanga | 48 km | $747 | $1/passenger |
| SZK - Skukuza | 52 km | $810 | $2/passenger |
| NLP - Nelspruit | 67 km | $1,043 | $2/passenger |
| AAM - Malamala | 68 km | $1,059 | $2/passenger |
| ASS - Arathusa | 76 km | $1,183 | $2/passenger |
| SHO - Manzini | 104 km | $1,619 | $3/passenger |
| MPM - Maputo | 114 km | $1,775 | $4/passenger |
| MTS - Manzini | 125 km | $1,946 | $4/passenger |
| HDS - Hoedspruit | 129 km | $2,008 | $4/passenger |
| IHC - Inhaca | 149 km | $2,320 | $5/passenger |
| PHW - Phalaborwa | 171 km | $2,662 | $5/passenger |
| LTA - Tzaneen | 219 km | $3,409 | $7/passenger |
| MZQ - Mkuze | 249 km | $3,876 | $8/passenger |
| ZEC - Secunda | 270 km | $4,203 | $8/passenger |
| PTG - Potgietersrus | 277 km | $4,312 | $9/passenger |
| PZL - Phinda | 279 km | $4,343 | $9/passenger |
| NCS - Newcastle | 305 km | $4,748 | $9/passenger |
| ULD - Ulundi | 322 km | $5,013 | $10/passenger |
| PRY - Pretoria | 337 km | $5,246 | $10/passenger |
| WKF - Waterkloof | 339 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| JNB - Johannesburg | 343 km | $5,340 | $11/passenger |
| GCJ - Johannesburg | 350 km | $5,449 | $11/passenger |
| QRA - Johannesburg | 355 km | $5,527 | $11/passenger |
| HLA - Johannesburg | 370 km | $5,760 | $12/passenger |
| RCB - Richard'''s Bay | 372 km | $5,791 | $12/passenger |
| LAY - Ladysmith | 394 km | $6,134 | $12/passenger |
| HRS - Harrismith | 397 km | $6,180 | $12/passenger |
| ADY - Alldays | 399 km | $6,212 | $12/passenger |
| INH - Inhambane | 424 km | $6,601 | $13/passenger |
| TLD - Tuli Lodge | 438 km | $6,819 | $14/passenger |
| NTY - Pilanesberg | 442 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| DUR - Durban | 467 km | $7,270 | $15/passenger |
| PCF - Potchefstroom | 470 km | $7,317 | $15/passenger |
| PZB - Pietermaritzburg | 483 km | $7,519 | $15/passenger |
| VIR - Durban | 485 km | $7,550 | $15/passenger |
| BFO - Chiredzi | 492 km | $7,659 | $15/passenger |
| KXE - Klerksdorp | 511 km | $7,955 | $16/passenger |
| FCB - Ficksburg | 523 km | $8,142 | $16/passenger |
| PKW - Selebi-phikwe | 535 km | $8,329 | $17/passenger |
| VNX - Vilankulu | 537 km | $8,360 | $17/passenger |
| GBE - Gaberone | 578 km | $8,998 | $18/passenger |
| MSU - Maseru | 599 km | $9,325 | $19/passenger |
| MVZ - Masvingo | 602 km | $9,372 | $19/passenger |
| MBD - Mafeking | 606 km | $9,434 | $19/passenger |
| MGH - Margate | 615 km | $9,574 | $19/passenger |
| FRW - Francistown | 633 km | $9,855 | $20/passenger |
| BFN - Bloemfontein | 661 km | $10,290 | $21/passenger |
| BUQ - Bulawayo | 674 km | $10,493 | $21/passenger |
| GWE - Gwert | 689 km | $10,726 | $21/passenger |
| JWA - Jwaneng | 700 km | $10,898 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LLE 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 LLE
- 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 Malalane
Malalane 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 LLE
LLE operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via LLE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Riverside Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LLE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to LLE are MQP, SZK, NLP — consider these for potentially lower fares