NKW - Diego Garcia Naval Support Facility
Diego Garcia Island, British Indian Ocean Territory
IATA Code: NKW · Diego Garcia Island, British Indian Ocean Territory
The airport code NKW is the IATA identifier for Diego Garcia Naval Support Facility. You may also find it referred to as Diego Garcia Island Airport (NKW).
Diego Garcia Naval Support Facility (NKW) serves Diego Garcia Island, British Indian Ocean Territory, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
NKW is the IATA airport code for Diego Garcia Naval Support Facility, located in Diego Garcia Island, British Indian Ocean Territory. The airport is situated at coordinates 7.3133°S, 72.4111°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
- NKW
- City
- Diego Garcia Island
- Country
- British Indian Ocean Territory
- Timezone
- Indian/Chagos
- Latitude
- -7.3133°
- Longitude
- 72.4111°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from NKW
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GAN - Gan Island | 741 km | $10,685 | $21/passenger |
| KDM - Kaadedhdhoo | 870 km | $12,545 | $25/passenger |
| GKK - Kooddoo | 902 km | $13,007 | $26/passenger |
| KDO - Laamu Atoll | 1,027 km | $14,809 | $30/passenger |
| TMF - Thimarafushi | 1,062 km | $15,314 | $31/passenger |
| VAM - Maamigili | 1,200 km | $17,304 | $35/passenger |
| MLE - Male | 1,285 km | $18,530 | $37/passenger |
| DRV - DHARAVANDHOO | 1,389 km | $20,029 | $40/passenger |
| IFU - Ifuru | 1,450 km | $20,909 | $42/passenger |
| HAQ - Haa Dhaalu Atoll | 1,565 km | $22,567 | $45/passenger |
| RRG - Rodriguez Island | 1,693 km | $24,413 | $49/passenger |
| KCT - Koggala | 1,720 km | $24,802 | $50/passenger |
| RML - Colombo | 1,777 km | $25,624 | $51/passenger |
| HRI - Mattala | 1,795 km | $25,884 | $52/passenger |
| WRZ - Wirawila | 1,798 km | $25,927 | $52/passenger |
| CMB - Colombo | 1,812 km | $26,129 | $52/passenger |
| TRV - Trivandrum | 1,826 km | $26,331 | $53/passenger |
| PRI - Praslin | 1,879 km | $27,095 | $54/passenger |
| SEZ - Mahe | 1,890 km | $27,254 | $55/passenger |
| ADP - Galoya | 1,923 km | $27,730 | $55/passenger |
| GIU - Sigiriya | 1,932 km | $27,859 | $56/passenger |
| BDI - Bird Island | 1,945 km | $28,047 | $56/passenger |
| ACJ - Anuradhapura | 1,950 km | $28,119 | $56/passenger |
| HIM - Polonnaruwa Town | 1,955 km | $28,191 | $56/passenger |
| BTC - Batticaloa | 1,961 km | $28,278 | $57/passenger |
| COK - Kochi | 1,992 km | $28,725 | $57/passenger |
| IXM - Madurai | 2,008 km | $28,955 | $58/passenger |
| TRR - Trinciomalee | 2,013 km | $29,027 | $58/passenger |
| AGX - Agatti Island | 2,017 km | $29,085 | $58/passenger |
| DES - Desroches | 2,080 km | $29,994 | $60/passenger |
| JAF - Jaffna | 2,083 km | $30,037 | $60/passenger |
| CCJ - Calicut | 2,089 km | $30,123 | $60/passenger |
| CJB - Coimbatore | 2,103 km | $30,325 | $61/passenger |
| TRZ - Tiruchirappalli | 2,128 km | $30,686 | $61/passenger |
| TJV - Tanjore | 2,138 km | $30,830 | $62/passenger |
| MRU - Plaisance | 2,154 km | $31,061 | $62/passenger |
| CNN - Kannur | 2,166 km | $31,234 | $62/passenger |
| SXV - Salem | 2,214 km | $31,926 | $64/passenger |
| MYQ - Mysore | 2,223 km | $32,056 | $64/passenger |
| IXE - Mangalore | 2,271 km | $32,748 | $65/passenger |
| PNY - Pendicherry | 2,295 km | $33,094 | $66/passenger |
| BLR - Bangalore | 2,355 km | $33,959 | $68/passenger |
| RUN - St.-denis | 2,362 km | $34,060 | $68/passenger |
| ZSE - St.-pierre | 2,399 km | $34,594 | $69/passenger |
| MAA - Madras | 2,415 km | $34,824 | $70/passenger |
| TIR - Tirupeti | 2,459 km | $35,459 | $71/passenger |
| PUT - Puttaparthi | 2,459 km | $35,459 | $71/passenger |
| CDP - Cuddapah | 2,526 km | $36,425 | $73/passenger |
| GOI - Goa | 2,528 km | $36,454 | $73/passenger |
| HBX - Hubli | 2,538 km | $36,598 | $73/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your NKW 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 NKW
- 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 Diego Garcia Island
Diego Garcia Island has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through NKW
NKW provides air connectivity for Diego Garcia Island, British Indian Ocean Territory. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via NKW
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Diego Garcia Naval Support Facility
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from NKW
- 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 NKW are GAN, KDM, GKK — consider these for potentially lower fares