MZM - Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base
Metz, France
IATA Code: MZM · Metz, France
The airport code MZM is the IATA identifier for Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Metz Airport (MZM).
Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base (MZM) serves Metz, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MZM is the IATA airport code for Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base, located in Metz, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.0717°N, 6.1317°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
- MZM
- City
- Metz
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 49.0717°
- Longitude
- 6.1317°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MZM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ETZ - Metz | 13 km | $201 | $0/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 43 km | $663 | $1/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 62 km | $957 | $2/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 73 km | $1,126 | $2/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 83 km | $1,281 | $3/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 94 km | $1,450 | $3/passenger |
| BBJ - Birburg | 102 km | $1,574 | $3/passenger |
| SPM - Spangdahlem | 108 km | $1,666 | $3/passenger |
| RMS - Ramstein | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 125 km | $1,929 | $4/passenger |
| HHN - Hahn | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 133 km | $2,052 | $4/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| RHE - Reims | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 170 km | $2,623 | $5/passenger |
| MHG - Mannheim | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| WIE - Wiesbaden | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| CRL - Charleroi | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| BNJ - Sankt-Augustin | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| XME - Maubeuge | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| FRA - Frankfurt | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| QEF - Egelsbach | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| CGN - Cologne | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| SGE - Siegerland | 229 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| XVS - Valenciennes | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| ZNF - Hanau | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| MGL - Moenchengladbach | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| DUS - Duesseldorf | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MZM 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 MZM
- 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 Metz
Metz 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 MZM
As a European airport, MZM 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 MZM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MZM
- 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 MZM are ETZ, ENC, LUX — consider these for potentially lower fares