OLP - Olympic Dam Airport
Olympic Dam, Australia
IATA Code: OLP · Olympic Dam, Australia
The airport code OLP is the IATA identifier for Olympic Dam Airport. You may also find it referred to as Olympic Dam Airport (OLP).
Olympic Dam Airport (OLP) serves Olympic Dam, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
OLP is the IATA airport code for Olympic Dam Airport, located in Olympic Dam, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 30.4850°S, 136.8770°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
- OLP
- City
- Olympic Dam
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Adelaide
- Latitude
- -30.4850°
- Longitude
- 136.8770°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from OLP
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMR - Woomera | 74 km | $1,067 | $2/passenger |
| LGH - Leigh Creek | 149 km | $2,149 | $4/passenger |
| PXH - Prominent Hill | 156 km | $2,250 | $5/passenger |
| DLK - Dulkaninna | 225 km | $3,245 | $6/passenger |
| PUG - Argyle | 239 km | $3,446 | $7/passenger |
| CPD - Coober Pedy | 263 km | $3,792 | $8/passenger |
| WYA - Whyalla | 292 km | $4,211 | $8/passenger |
| PPI - | 324 km | $4,672 | $9/passenger |
| CED - Ceduna | 352 km | $5,076 | $10/passenger |
| CVC - | 360 km | $5,191 | $10/passenger |
| MOO - Moomba | 417 km | $6,013 | $12/passenger |
| BHQ - Broken Hill | 468 km | $6,749 | $13/passenger |
| PLO - Port Lincoln | 468 km | $6,749 | $13/passenger |
| KYI - Yalata | 494 km | $7,123 | $14/passenger |
| TYB - | 512 km | $7,383 | $15/passenger |
| ADL - Adelaide | 519 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| RMK - Renmark | 545 km | $7,859 | $16/passenger |
| BVI - Birdsville | 565 km | $8,147 | $16/passenger |
| KGC - Kingscote | 585 km | $8,436 | $17/passenger |
| FIK - Finke | 588 km | $8,479 | $17/passenger |
| BBL - Ballera | 589 km | $8,493 | $17/passenger |
| PEA - Penneshaw | 595 km | $8,580 | $17/passenger |
| WIO - Wilcannia | 630 km | $9,085 | $18/passenger |
| MQL - Mildura | 642 km | $9,258 | $19/passenger |
| EDD - Erldunda | 687 km | $9,907 | $20/passenger |
| XTG - Thargomindah | 728 km | $10,498 | $21/passenger |
| BEU - Bedourie | 729 km | $10,512 | $21/passenger |
| AMT - Amata | 738 km | $10,642 | $21/passenger |
| HTU - | 774 km | $11,161 | $22/passenger |
| BZD - | 778 km | $11,219 | $22/passenger |
| ASP - Alice Springs | 799 km | $11,522 | $23/passenger |
| WNR - Windorah | 801 km | $11,550 | $23/passenger |
| NAC - Naracoorte | 805 km | $11,608 | $23/passenger |
| SWH - Swan Hill | 825 km | $11,897 | $24/passenger |
| AYQ - Uluru | 827 km | $11,925 | $24/passenger |
| WKB - | 828 km | $11,940 | $24/passenger |
| HMG - Hermannsburg | 833 km | $12,012 | $24/passenger |
| KCS - Petermann | 837 km | $12,070 | $24/passenger |
| ULP - Quilpie | 839 km | $12,098 | $24/passenger |
| FOS - Forrest | 839 km | $12,098 | $24/passenger |
| HSM - Horsham | 844 km | $12,170 | $24/passenger |
| CAZ - Cobar | 858 km | $12,372 | $25/passenger |
| HXX - | 871 km | $12,560 | $25/passenger |
| BRK - Bourke | 873 km | $12,589 | $25/passenger |
| KRA - | 880 km | $12,690 | $25/passenger |
| MGB - Mount Gambier | 884 km | $12,747 | $25/passenger |
| CMA - Cunnamulla | 891 km | $12,848 | $26/passenger |
| BQL - Boulia | 894 km | $12,891 | $26/passenger |
| SWC - | 911 km | $13,137 | $26/passenger |
| HLT - Hamilton | 929 km | $13,396 | $27/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your OLP 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 OLP
- 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 Olympic Dam
Olympic Dam 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 OLP
Located in the Oceania region, OLP serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via OLP
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Olympic Dam Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from OLP
- 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 OLP are UMR, LGH, PXH — consider these for potentially lower fares