OBS - Aubenas-Ardèche Méridional Airport
Aubenas-vals-lanas, France
IATA Code: OBS · Aubenas-vals-lanas, France
The airport code OBS is the IATA identifier for Aubenas-Ardèche Méridional Airport. You may also find it referred to as Aubenas-vals-lanas Airport (OBS).
Aubenas-Ardèche Méridional Airport (OBS) serves Aubenas-vals-lanas, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
OBS is the IATA airport code for Aubenas-Ardèche Méridional Airport, located in Aubenas-vals-lanas, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 44.5442°N, 4.3722°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
- OBS
- City
- Aubenas-vals-lanas
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 44.5442°
- Longitude
- 4.3722°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from OBS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| XOG - Orange | 60 km | $926 | $2/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 63 km | $972 | $2/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 77 km | $1,188 | $2/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 82 km | $1,265 | $3/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 88 km | $1,358 | $3/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 112 km | $1,728 | $3/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 118 km | $1,821 | $4/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| MRS - Marseille | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 143 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 151 km | $2,330 | $5/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 170 km | $2,623 | $5/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| CTT - Le Castellet | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| TLN - Hyeres | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| LTT - La Môle | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| FRJ - Frejus | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| CEQ - Cannes | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| PGF - Perpignan | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| NCE - Nice | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| CUF - Cuneo | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your OBS 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 OBS
- 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 Aubenas-vals-lanas
Aubenas-vals-lanas 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 OBS
As a European airport, OBS 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 OBS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Aubenas-Ardèche Méridional Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from OBS
- 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 OBS are XOG, VAF, MEN — consider these for potentially lower fares