NLD - Quetzalcóatl International Airport
Nuevo Laredo, Mexico
IATA Code: NLD · Nuevo Laredo, Mexico
The airport code NLD is the IATA identifier for Quetzalcóatl International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Nuevo Laredo Airport (NLD).
Quetzalcóatl International Airport (NLD) serves Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
NLD is the IATA airport code for Quetzalcóatl International Airport, located in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.4439°N, 99.5705°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- NLD
- City
- Nuevo Laredo
- Country
- Mexico
- Timezone
- America/Mexico_City
- Latitude
- 27.4439°
- Longitude
- -99.5705°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from NLD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LRD - Laredo | 15 km | $223 | $0/passenger |
| COT - Cotulla | 118 km | $1,754 | $4/passenger |
| ALI - Alice | 156 km | $2,319 | $5/passenger |
| PDS - Piedras Negras | 162 km | $2,409 | $5/passenger |
| NQI - Kingsville | 174 km | $2,587 | $5/passenger |
| NTR - Monterrey | 188 km | $2,795 | $6/passenger |
| MTY - Monterrey | 193 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| MFE - Mcallen | 193 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| LOV - Monclova | 196 km | $2,914 | $6/passenger |
| UVA - Uvalde | 197 km | $2,929 | $6/passenger |
| CRP - Corpus Christi | 207 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| REX - Reynosa | 208 km | $3,093 | $6/passenger |
| HRL - Harlingen | 233 km | $3,464 | $7/passenger |
| SKF - San Antonio | 236 km | $3,509 | $7/passenger |
| SSF - Stinson | 236 km | $3,509 | $7/passenger |
| DLF - Del Rio | 244 km | $3,628 | $7/passenger |
| SLW - Saltillo | 250 km | $3,717 | $7/passenger |
| DRT - Del Rio | 252 km | $3,747 | $7/passenger |
| SAT - San Antonio | 256 km | $3,806 | $8/passenger |
| ACN - Ciudad Acuna | 258 km | $3,836 | $8/passenger |
| RKP - Rockport | 259 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| RND - San Antonio | 264 km | $3,925 | $8/passenger |
| BRO - Brownsville | 273 km | $4,059 | $8/passenger |
| MAM - Matamoros | 276 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| ERV - Kerrville | 286 km | $4,252 | $9/passenger |
| VCT - Victoria | 304 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| JCT - Junction | 342 km | $5,085 | $10/passenger |
| PSX - Palacios | 356 km | $5,293 | $11/passenger |
| AUS - Austin | 358 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| OZA - Ozona | 399 km | $5,932 | $12/passenger |
| BBC - Bay City | 401 km | $5,962 | $12/passenger |
| BBD - Brady | 416 km | $6,185 | $12/passenger |
| CVM - Ciudad Victoria | 420 km | $6,245 | $12/passenger |
| TRC - Torreon | 435 km | $6,468 | $13/passenger |
| GRK - Killeen | 437 km | $6,497 | $13/passenger |
| LJN - Angleton | 443 km | $6,587 | $13/passenger |
| SJT - San Angelo | 444 km | $6,601 | $13/passenger |
| IRB - Iraan | 446 km | $6,631 | $13/passenger |
| HLR - Fort Hood | 449 km | $6,676 | $13/passenger |
| SGR - Sugar Land | 453 km | $6,735 | $13/passenger |
| IWS - Houston | 463 km | $6,884 | $14/passenger |
| TPL - Temple | 463 km | $6,884 | $14/passenger |
| AAP - Houston | 464 km | $6,899 | $14/passenger |
| CLL - College Station | 468 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| CFD - Bryan | 481 km | $7,152 | $14/passenger |
| HOU - Houston | 485 km | $7,211 | $14/passenger |
| DWH - Houston | 488 km | $7,256 | $15/passenger |
| EFD - Houston | 494 km | $7,345 | $15/passenger |
| IAH - Houston | 500 km | $7,434 | $15/passenger |
| GLS - Galveston | 503 km | $7,479 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your NLD 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 Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/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 NLD
- 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 Nuevo Laredo
Nuevo Laredo enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through NLD
Traveling through Nuevo Laredo in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via NLD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Quetzalcóatl International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from NLD
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to NLD are LRD, COT, ALI — consider these for potentially lower fares