MQF - Magnitogorsk International Airport
Magnetiogorsk, Russia
IATA Code: MQF · Magnetiogorsk, Russia
The airport code MQF is the IATA identifier for Magnitogorsk International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Magnetiogorsk Airport (MQF).
Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) serves Magnetiogorsk, Russia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MQF is the IATA airport code for Magnitogorsk International Airport, located in Magnetiogorsk, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.3931°N, 58.7557°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- MQF
- City
- Magnetiogorsk
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Asia/Yekaterinburg
- Latitude
- 53.3931°
- Longitude
- 58.7557°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MQF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| UFA - Ufa | 229 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| OSW - Orsk | 258 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| CEK - Chelyabinsk | 277 km | $3,994 | $8/passenger |
| REN - Orenburg | 285 km | $4,110 | $8/passenger |
| KSN - Kostanay | 319 km | $4,600 | $9/passenger |
| AKX - Aktyubinsk | 366 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| SVX - Yekaterinburg | 395 km | $5,696 | $11/passenger |
| UUA - Bugulma | 413 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| KRO - Kurgan | 489 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| NBC - Nizhnekamsk | 493 km | $7,109 | $14/passenger |
| IJK - Izhevsk | 509 km | $7,340 | $15/passenger |
| PEE - Perm | 531 km | $7,657 | $15/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 550 km | $7,931 | $16/passenger |
| KUF - Samara | 569 km | $8,205 | $16/passenger |
| TJM - Tyumen | 592 km | $8,537 | $17/passenger |
| AYK - Arkalyk | 658 km | $9,488 | $19/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 659 km | $9,503 | $19/passenger |
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 661 km | $9,532 | $19/passenger |
| PPK - Petropavlosk | 697 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 697 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| KOV - Kokshetau | 719 km | $10,368 | $21/passenger |
| BWO - Balakovo | 762 km | $10,988 | $22/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 782 km | $11,276 | $23/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 790 km | $11,392 | $23/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 815 km | $11,752 | $24/passenger |
| URJ - Uraj | 832 km | $11,997 | $24/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 853 km | $12,300 | $25/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 883 km | $12,733 | $25/passenger |
| SKX - Saransk | 893 km | $12,877 | $26/passenger |
| DZN - Zhezkazgan | 894 km | $12,891 | $26/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 904 km | $13,036 | $26/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 913 km | $13,165 | $26/passenger |
| BXY - Baikonur | 922 km | $13,295 | $27/passenger |
| OVS - Sovetskiy | 928 km | $13,382 | $27/passenger |
| OMS - Omsk | 961 km | $13,858 | $28/passenger |
| GOJ - Nizhniy Novgorod | 1,008 km | $14,535 | $29/passenger |
| SCW - Syktyvkar | 1,031 km | $14,867 | $30/passenger |
| HMA - Khanty-Mansiysk | 1,050 km | $15,141 | $30/passenger |
| NYA - Nyagan | 1,050 km | $15,141 | $30/passenger |
| KZO - Kzyl-Orda | 1,086 km | $15,660 | $31/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 1,088 km | $15,689 | $31/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 1,102 km | $15,891 | $32/passenger |
| VUS - Veliky Ustyug | 1,113 km | $16,049 | $32/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 1,127 km | $16,251 | $33/passenger |
| KSZ - Kotlas | 1,130 km | $16,295 | $33/passenger |
| EKB - Ekibastuz | 1,130 km | $16,295 | $33/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 1,152 km | $16,612 | $33/passenger |
| UCT - Ukhta | 1,166 km | $16,814 | $34/passenger |
| NFG - Nefteyugansk | 1,193 km | $17,203 | $34/passenger |
| IWA - Ivanovo | 1,194 km | $17,217 | $34/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MQF 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 Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/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 MQF
- 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 Magnetiogorsk
Magnetiogorsk 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 MQF
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, MQF is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via MQF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Magnitogorsk International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MQF
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to MQF are UFA, OSW, CEK — consider these for potentially lower fares