LYC - Lycksele Airport
Lycksele, Sweden
IATA Code: LYC · Lycksele, Sweden
The airport code LYC is the IATA identifier for Lycksele Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lycksele Airport (LYC).
Lycksele Airport (LYC) serves Lycksele, Sweden, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
LYC is the IATA airport code for Lycksele Airport, located in Lycksele, Sweden. The airport is situated at coordinates 64.5483°N, 18.7162°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
- LYC
- City
- Lycksele
- Country
- Sweden
- Timezone
- Europe/Stockholm
- Latitude
- 64.5483°
- Longitude
- 18.7162°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from LYC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SQO - Mohed | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| VHM - Vilhelmina | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| SFT - Skelleftea | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| UME - Umea | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| AJR - Arvidsjaur | 119 km | $1,836 | $4/passenger |
| OER - Ornskoldsvik | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| KRF - Kramfors | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| LLA - Lulea | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| HMV - Hemavan | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| VAA - Vaasa | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| SDL - Sundsvall | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| KOK - Kruunupyy | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| OSD - Östersund | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| KAU - Kauhava | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| SJY - Seinäjoki / Ilmajoki | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| MJF - Mosjoen | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| KHJ - Kauhajoki | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| YLI - Ylivieska-raudaskyla | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| GEV - Gallivare | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| KEM - Kemi | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| OUL - Oulu | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| HUV - Hudiksvall | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| BNN - Bronnoysund | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| SSJ - Sandnessjoen | 330 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| OSY - Namsos | 341 km | $5,261 | $11/passenger |
| EVG - Sveg | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| PJA - Pajala | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| BOO - Bodo | 361 km | $5,570 | $11/passenger |
| KRN - Kiruna | 371 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| SOO - Soderhamn | 375 km | $5,786 | $12/passenger |
| POR - Pori | 377 km | $5,816 | $12/passenger |
| RVN - Rovaniemi | 396 km | $6,109 | $12/passenger |
| TRD - Trondheim | 398 km | $6,140 | $12/passenger |
| JYV - Jyvaskyla | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| RRS - Roros | 425 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| KEV - Halli | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| TMP - Tampere | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| KAJ - Kajaani | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| NVK - Narvik | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| VRY - Værøy | 438 km | $6,757 | $14/passenger |
| KTT - Kittila | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| RET - Røst | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| SVJ - Svolvær | 448 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| GVX - Gavle | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| OLA - Orland | 452 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| MXX - Mora | 453 km | $6,989 | $14/passenger |
| LKN - Leknes | 461 km | $7,112 | $14/passenger |
| ENF - Enontekio | 473 km | $7,297 | $15/passenger |
| KUO - Kuopio | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
| SOT - Sodankyla | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your LYC 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 LYC
- 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 Lycksele
Lycksele 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 LYC
As a European airport, LYC 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 LYC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lycksele Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from LYC
- 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 LYC are SQO, VHM, SFT — consider these for potentially lower fares