OMD - Oranjemund Airport
Oranjemund, Namibia
IATA Code: OMD · Oranjemund, Namibia
The airport code OMD is the IATA identifier for Oranjemund Airport. You may also find it referred to as Oranjemund Airport (OMD).
Oranjemund Airport (OMD) serves Oranjemund, Namibia, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
OMD is the IATA airport code for Oranjemund Airport, located in Oranjemund, Namibia. The airport is situated at coordinates 28.5847°S, 16.4467°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- OMD
- City
- Oranjemund
- Country
- Namibia
- Timezone
- Africa/Windhoek
- Latitude
- -28.5847°
- Longitude
- 16.4467°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from OMD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALJ - Alexander Bay | 9 km | $140 | $0/passenger |
| KLZ - Kleinsee | 138 km | $2,148 | $4/passenger |
| SBU - Springbok | 190 km | $2,958 | $6/passenger |
| LUD - Luderitz | 242 km | $3,767 | $8/passenger |
| AGZ - Aggeneys | 243 km | $3,783 | $8/passenger |
| KMP - Keetmanshoop | 280 km | $4,359 | $9/passenger |
| VRE - Vredendal | 395 km | $6,149 | $12/passenger |
| UTN - Upington | 471 km | $7,333 | $15/passenger |
| SDB - Langebaanweg | 514 km | $8,002 | $16/passenger |
| CPT - Cape Town | 632 km | $9,839 | $20/passenger |
| WVB - Walvis Bay | 649 km | $10,104 | $20/passenger |
| SIS - Sishen | 651 km | $10,135 | $20/passenger |
| ERS - Windhoek | 667 km | $10,384 | $21/passenger |
| ROD - Robertson | 668 km | $10,399 | $21/passenger |
| LMR - Lime Acres | 684 km | $10,649 | $21/passenger |
| SWP - Swakopmund | 685 km | $10,664 | $21/passenger |
| WDH - Windhoek | 687 km | $10,695 | $21/passenger |
| KMH - Kuruman | 695 km | $10,820 | $22/passenger |
| ADI - Arandis | 696 km | $10,835 | $22/passenger |
| OVG - Overberg | 755 km | $11,754 | $24/passenger |
| OUH - Oudtshoorn | 781 km | $12,159 | $24/passenger |
| KIM - Kimberley | 812 km | $12,641 | $25/passenger |
| GRJ - George | 825 km | $12,844 | $26/passenger |
| VRU - Vryburg | 834 km | $12,984 | $26/passenger |
| PBZ - Plettenberg Bay | 895 km | $13,933 | $28/passenger |
| OTJ - Otjiwarongo | 906 km | $14,105 | $28/passenger |
| GNZ - Ghanzi | 928 km | $14,447 | $29/passenger |
| JWA - Jwaneng | 931 km | $14,494 | $29/passenger |
| MBD - Mafeking | 952 km | $14,821 | $30/passenger |
| BFN - Bloemfontein | 961 km | $14,961 | $30/passenger |
| GFY - Grootfontein | 1,013 km | $15,770 | $32/passenger |
| KXE - Klerksdorp | 1,028 km | $16,004 | $32/passenger |
| GBE - Gaberone | 1,043 km | $16,237 | $32/passenger |
| TSB - Tsumeb | 1,045 km | $16,269 | $33/passenger |
| OKF - Okaukuejo | 1,051 km | $16,362 | $33/passenger |
| PLZ - Port Elizabeth | 1,058 km | $16,471 | $33/passenger |
| UTW - Queenstown | 1,068 km | $16,627 | $33/passenger |
| PCF - Potchefstroom | 1,069 km | $16,642 | $33/passenger |
| MSU - Maseru | 1,084 km | $16,876 | $34/passenger |
| OKU - Mokuti Lodge | 1,088 km | $16,938 | $34/passenger |
| FCB - Ficksburg | 1,118 km | $17,405 | $35/passenger |
| NTY - Pilanesberg | 1,122 km | $17,467 | $35/passenger |
| BIY - Bisho | 1,140 km | $17,748 | $35/passenger |
| HLA - Johannesburg | 1,172 km | $18,246 | $36/passenger |
| QRA - Johannesburg | 1,184 km | $18,433 | $37/passenger |
| MUB - Maun | 1,190 km | $18,526 | $37/passenger |
| GCJ - Johannesburg | 1,191 km | $18,541 | $37/passenger |
| OND - Ondangwa | 1,192 km | $18,557 | $37/passenger |
| ELS - East London | 1,193 km | $18,573 | $37/passenger |
| JNB - Johannesburg | 1,196 km | $18,619 | $37/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your OMD 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 OMD
- 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 Oranjemund
Oranjemund 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 OMD
OMD operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via OMD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Oranjemund Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from OMD
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to OMD are ALJ, KLZ, SBU — consider these for potentially lower fares