OAH - Shindand Airport
Shindand, Afghanistan
IATA Code: OAH · Shindand, Afghanistan
The airport code OAH is the IATA identifier for Shindand Airport. You may also find it referred to as Shindand Airport (OAH).
Shindand Airport (OAH) serves Shindand, Afghanistan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
OAH is the IATA airport code for Shindand Airport, located in Shindand, Afghanistan. The airport is situated at coordinates 33.3913°N, 62.2610°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
- OAH
- City
- Shindand
- Country
- Afghanistan
- Timezone
- Asia/Kabul
- Latitude
- 33.3913°
- Longitude
- 62.2610°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from OAH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEA - Herat | 91 km | $1,312 | $3/passenger |
| FAH - Farah | 114 km | $1,644 | $3/passenger |
| OAZ - Camp Bastion | 250 km | $3,605 | $7/passenger |
| ACZ - Zabol | 264 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| ZAJ - Zaranj | 272 km | $3,922 | $8/passenger |
| XBJ - Birjand | 284 km | $4,095 | $8/passenger |
| BST - Lashkar Gah | 284 km | $4,095 | $8/passenger |
| CCN - Chaghcharan | 305 km | $4,398 | $9/passenger |
| TII - Tarin Kowt | 347 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| MMZ - Maimama | 363 km | $5,234 | $10/passenger |
| CKT - Sarakhs | 363 km | $5,234 | $10/passenger |
| KDH - Kandahar | 396 km | $5,710 | $11/passenger |
| MHD - Mashhad | 396 km | $5,710 | $11/passenger |
| ZAH - Zahedan | 454 km | $6,547 | $13/passenger |
| MYP - Mary | 471 km | $6,792 | $14/passenger |
| TCX - Tabas | 498 km | $7,181 | $14/passenger |
| AFZ - Sabzevar | 526 km | $7,585 | $15/passenger |
| BIN - Bamyan | 535 km | $7,715 | $15/passenger |
| DBA - Dalbandin | 541 km | $7,801 | $16/passenger |
| UET - Quetta | 563 km | $8,118 | $16/passenger |
| GZI - Ghazni | 571 km | $8,234 | $16/passenger |
| MZR - Mazar-i-sharif | 582 km | $8,392 | $17/passenger |
| BXR - Bam | 600 km | $8,652 | $17/passenger |
| KER - Kerman | 610 km | $8,796 | $18/passenger |
| OAS - Sharona | 612 km | $8,825 | $18/passenger |
| ASB - Ashkhabad | 620 km | $8,940 | $18/passenger |
| TMJ - Termez | 630 km | $9,085 | $18/passenger |
| OAA - Shank | 634 km | $9,142 | $18/passenger |
| BJB - Bojnourd | 640 km | $9,229 | $18/passenger |
| CRZ - Chardzhou | 644 km | $9,286 | $19/passenger |
| KBL - Kabul | 654 km | $9,431 | $19/passenger |
| OAI - Kabul | 667 km | $9,618 | $19/passenger |
| JYR - Jiroft | 678 km | $9,777 | $20/passenger |
| RJN - Rafsanjan | 680 km | $9,806 | $20/passenger |
| KSQ - Khanabad | 689 km | $9,935 | $20/passenger |
| WAF - Wana | 693 km | $9,993 | $20/passenger |
| IHR - Iran Shahr | 700 km | $10,094 | $20/passenger |
| UND - Kunduz | 706 km | $10,181 | $20/passenger |
| PZH - Zhob | 713 km | $10,281 | $21/passenger |
| KHT - Khost | 714 km | $10,296 | $21/passenger |
| PAJ - Parachinar | 725 km | $10,455 | $21/passenger |
| RUD - Emam Shahr | 734 km | $10,584 | $21/passenger |
| BHK - Bukhara | 737 km | $10,628 | $21/passenger |
| PJG - Panjgur | 738 km | $10,642 | $21/passenger |
| KDD - Khuzdar | 751 km | $10,829 | $22/passenger |
| SYJ - Sirjan | 757 km | $10,916 | $22/passenger |
| KLM - Kalaleh | 760 km | $10,959 | $22/passenger |
| AZD - Yazd | 765 km | $11,031 | $22/passenger |
| JAA - Jalalabad | 768 km | $11,075 | $22/passenger |
| BNP - Bannu | 771 km | $11,118 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your OAH 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 OAH
- 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 Shindand
Shindand 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 OAH
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, OAH 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 OAH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Shindand Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from OAH
- 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 OAH are HEA, FAH, OAZ — consider these for potentially lower fares