NKT - Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport
Cizre, Turkey
IATA Code: NKT · Cizre, Turkey
The airport code NKT is the IATA identifier for Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport. You may also find it referred to as Cizre Airport (NKT).
Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport (NKT) serves Cizre, Turkey, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
NKT is the IATA airport code for Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport, located in Cizre, Turkey. The airport is situated at coordinates 37.3647°N, 42.0582°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
- NKT
- City
- Cizre
- Country
- Turkey
- Timezone
- Europe/Istanbul
- Latitude
- 37.3647°
- Longitude
- 42.0582°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from NKT
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SXZ - Siirt | 71 km | $1,095 | $2/passenger |
| KAC - Kamishly | 86 km | $1,327 | $3/passenger |
| BAL - Batman | 104 km | $1,605 | $3/passenger |
| MQM - Mardin | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| OSM - Mosul | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| MSR - Mus | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| VAN - Van | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| DIY - Diyabakir | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| YKO - Hakkari | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| RQW - Qayyarah | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| BGG - Bingol | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| EBL - Erbil | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| EZS - Elazig | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| GNY - Sanliurfa | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| KHY - Khoy | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| DEZ - Deire Zor | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| SFQ - Sanliurfa | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| KIK - Kirkuk | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| ERZ - Erzurum | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| ADF - Adiyaman | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| ERC - Erzincan | 341 km | $5,261 | $11/passenger |
| ISU - Sulaymaniyah | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 360 km | $5,554 | $11/passenger |
| KSY - Kars | 367 km | $5,662 | $11/passenger |
| MLX - Malatya | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| TBZ - Tabriz | 377 km | $5,816 | $12/passenger |
| IQA - Al Asad | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 407 km | $6,279 | $13/passenger |
| GZT - Gaziantep | 408 km | $6,295 | $13/passenger |
| XQC - Al Bakr | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| TZX - Trabzon | 448 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| ALP - Aleppo | 450 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| KCM - Kahramanmaras | 451 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| PMS - Palmyra | 459 km | $7,081 | $14/passenger |
| TQD - Al Taqaddum | 469 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| BUS - Batumi | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| BGW - Baghdad | 497 km | $7,668 | $15/passenger |
| SDG - Sanandaj | 502 km | $7,745 | $15/passenger |
| VAS - Sivas | 524 km | $8,084 | $16/passenger |
| KVD - Ganja | 525 km | $8,100 | $16/passenger |
| HTY - Hatay | 526 km | $8,115 | $16/passenger |
| OGU - Ordu-Giresun | 527 km | $8,131 | $16/passenger |
| KUT - Kutaisi | 536 km | $8,269 | $17/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 539 km | $8,316 | $17/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 563 km | $8,686 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your NKT 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 NKT
- 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 Cizre
Cizre 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 NKT
As a European airport, NKT 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 NKT
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from NKT
- 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 NKT are SXZ, KAC, BAL — consider these for potentially lower fares