LPX - Liepāja International Airport
Liepaja, Latvia
IATA Code: LPX · Liepaja, Latvia
The airport code LPX is the IATA identifier for Liepāja International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Liepaja Airport (LPX).
Liepāja International Airport (LPX) serves Liepaja, Latvia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LPX is the IATA airport code for Liepāja International Airport, located in Liepaja, Latvia. The airport is situated at coordinates 56.5175°N, 21.0969°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
- LPX
- City
- Liepaja
- Country
- Latvia
- Timezone
- Europe/Riga
- Latitude
- 56.5175°
- Longitude
- 21.0969°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LPX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLQ - Palanga | 61 km | $941 | $2/passenger |
| KLJ - Klaipeda | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| VNT - Ventspils | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| SQQ - Siauliai | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| HLJ - Barysiai | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| RIX - Riga | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| KGD - Kaliningrad | 184 km | $2,839 | $6/passenger |
| URE - Kuressaare | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| VBY - Visby | 209 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| PNV - Panevezys | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| KUN - Kaunas | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| QYD - Gdynia | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| GDN - Gdansk | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| EPU - Parnu | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| KDL - Kardla | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| OSK - Oskarshamn | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| KLR - Kalkmar | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| VNO - Vilnius | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| OSP - Slupsk | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| HLF - Hultsfred | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| SZY - Szczytno-Szymany | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| DGP - Daugavpils | 350 km | $5,400 | $11/passenger |
| NYO - Stockholm | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| RNB - Ronneby | 360 km | $5,554 | $11/passenger |
| BMA - Stockholm | 366 km | $5,647 | $11/passenger |
| NRK - Norrkoeping | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| GNA - Hrodna | 375 km | $5,786 | $12/passenger |
| LPI - Linkoeping | 386 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| TAY - Tartu | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| TLL - Tallinn-ulemiste International | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| VXO - Vaxjo | 391 km | $6,032 | $12/passenger |
| ARN - Stockholm | 395 km | $6,094 | $12/passenger |
| MHQ - Mariehamn | 407 km | $6,279 | $13/passenger |
| EKT - Eskilstuna | 408 km | $6,295 | $13/passenger |
| RNN - Ronne | 428 km | $6,603 | $13/passenger |
| BZG - Bydgoszcz | 430 km | $6,634 | $13/passenger |
| VST - Vasteras | 431 km | $6,649 | $13/passenger |
| KID - Kristianstad | 438 km | $6,757 | $14/passenger |
| JKG - Joenkoeping | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| TKU - Turku | 450 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| WMI - Warsaw | 453 km | $6,989 | $14/passenger |
| PKV - Pskov | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| ORB - Orebro | 468 km | $7,220 | $14/passenger |
| HEM - Helsinki | 475 km | $7,328 | $15/passenger |
| KVB - Skovde | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
| HEL - Helsinki | 479 km | $7,390 | $15/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 484 km | $7,467 | $15/passenger |
| MMX - Malmoe | 492 km | $7,591 | $15/passenger |
| KSK - Karlskoga | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| MHP - Minsk | 504 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LPX 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 LPX
- 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 Liepaja
Liepaja has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through LPX
As a European airport, LPX 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 LPX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Liepāja International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LPX
- 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 LPX are PLQ, KLJ, VNT — consider these for potentially lower fares