MCX - Uytash Airport
Makhachkala, Russia
IATA Code: MCX · Makhachkala, Russia
The airport code MCX is the IATA identifier for Uytash Airport. You may also find it referred to as Makhachkala Airport (MCX).
Uytash Airport (MCX) serves Makhachkala, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MCX is the IATA airport code for Uytash Airport, located in Makhachkala, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 42.8168°N, 47.6523°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
- MCX
- City
- Makhachkala
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Latitude
- 42.8168°
- Longitude
- 47.6523°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MCX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZTU - Zaqatala | 161 km | $2,484 | $5/passenger |
| GBB - Qabala | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| IGT - Magas | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| OGZ - Beslan | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| KVD - Ganja | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| SCO - Aktau | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| ZXT - Baku | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| GYD - Baku | 328 km | $5,060 | $10/passenger |
| NAL - Nalchik | 335 km | $5,168 | $10/passenger |
| PFQ - Parsabad | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 386 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| MRV - Mineralnye Vody | 400 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 402 km | $6,202 | $12/passenger |
| KUT - Kutaisi | 430 km | $6,634 | $13/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 443 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| KSY - Kars | 452 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| LLK - Lankaran | 463 km | $7,143 | $14/passenger |
| ESL - Elista | 475 km | $7,328 | $15/passenger |
| ADU - Ardabil | 504 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
| STW - Stavropol | 511 km | $7,884 | $16/passenger |
| BUS - Batumi | 516 km | $7,961 | $16/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 523 km | $8,069 | $16/passenger |
| SUI - Sukhumi | 532 km | $8,208 | $16/passenger |
| TBZ - Tabriz | 534 km | $8,239 | $16/passenger |
| KHY - Khoy | 538 km | $8,300 | $17/passenger |
| KRW - Krasnovodsk | 541 km | $8,347 | $17/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 580 km | $8,948 | $18/passenger |
| VAN - Van | 605 km | $9,334 | $19/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 613 km | $9,457 | $19/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 622 km | $9,596 | $19/passenger |
| ERZ - Erzurum | 627 km | $9,673 | $19/passenger |
| AER - Sochi | 628 km | $9,689 | $19/passenger |
| RAS - Rasht | 633 km | $9,766 | $20/passenger |
| YKO - Hakkari | 653 km | $10,074 | $20/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 675 km | $10,414 | $21/passenger |
| MSR - Mus | 677 km | $10,445 | $21/passenger |
| TZX - Trabzon | 681 km | $10,506 | $21/passenger |
| VLK - | 695 km | $10,722 | $21/passenger |
| RZR - Ramsar | 706 km | $10,892 | $22/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 711 km | $10,969 | $22/passenger |
| KRR - Krasnodar | 722 km | $11,139 | $22/passenger |
| SXZ - Siirt | 729 km | $11,247 | $22/passenger |
| BGG - Bingol | 739 km | $11,401 | $23/passenger |
| NSH - Noshahr | 758 km | $11,694 | $23/passenger |
| GZW - Ghazvin | 759 km | $11,710 | $23/passenger |
| ERC - Erzincan | 761 km | $11,741 | $23/passenger |
| NKT - Cizre | 770 km | $11,880 | $24/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MCX 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 MCX
- 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 Makhachkala
Makhachkala 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 MCX
As a European airport, MCX 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 MCX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Uytash Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MCX
- 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 MCX are ZTU, GBB, IGT — consider these for potentially lower fares