MEN - Mende-Brenoux Airfield
Mende, France
IATA Code: MEN · Mende, France
The airport code MEN is the IATA identifier for Mende-Brenoux Airfield. You may also find it referred to as Mende Airport (MEN).
Mende-Brenoux Airfield (MEN) serves Mende, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MEN is the IATA airport code for Mende-Brenoux Airfield, located in Mende, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 44.5021°N, 3.5328°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
- MEN
- City
- Mende
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 44.5021°
- Longitude
- 3.5328°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MEN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 84 km | $1,296 | $3/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| XOG - Orange | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 123 km | $1,898 | $4/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 131 km | $2,021 | $4/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 132 km | $2,036 | $4/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 176 km | $2,715 | $5/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| MRS - Marseille | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| PGF - Perpignan | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| CTT - Le Castellet | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| TLN - Hyeres | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| LTT - La Môle | 277 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| FRJ - Frejus | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| CEQ - Cannes | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| GRO - Gerona | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MEN 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 MEN
- 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 Mende
Mende 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 MEN
As a European airport, MEN 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.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via MEN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Mende-Brenoux Airfield
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MEN
- 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 MEN are OBS, LPY, RDZ — consider these for potentially lower fares