OOM - Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport
Cooma, Australia
IATA Code: OOM · Cooma, Australia
The airport code OOM is the IATA identifier for Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport. You may also find it referred to as Cooma Airport (OOM).
Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport (OOM) serves Cooma, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
OOM is the IATA airport code for Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport, located in Cooma, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 36.3006°S, 148.9740°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
- OOM
- City
- Cooma
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Latitude
- -36.3006°
- Longitude
- 148.9740°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from OOM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYG - | 98 km | $1,413 | $3/passenger |
| MIM - Merimbula | 107 km | $1,543 | $3/passenger |
| CBR - Canberra | 112 km | $1,615 | $3/passenger |
| MYA - Moruya | 114 km | $1,644 | $3/passenger |
| TUM - | 133 km | $1,918 | $4/passenger |
| XMC - Mallacoota | 159 km | $2,293 | $5/passenger |
| MHU - Mount Hotham | 168 km | $2,423 | $5/passenger |
| GUL - Goulburn | 179 km | $2,581 | $5/passenger |
| ABX - Albury | 183 km | $2,639 | $5/passenger |
| WGA - Wagga Wagga | 186 km | $2,682 | $5/passenger |
| CMD - | 205 km | $2,956 | $6/passenger |
| NOA - Nowra | 206 km | $2,971 | $6/passenger |
| BSJ - Bairnsdale | 216 km | $3,115 | $6/passenger |
| CWW - | 237 km | $3,418 | $7/passenger |
| NGA - | 237 km | $3,418 | $7/passenger |
| WGT - | 239 km | $3,446 | $7/passenger |
| TEM - Temora | 247 km | $3,562 | $7/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 254 km | $3,663 | $7/passenger |
| BLN - | 267 km | $3,850 | $8/passenger |
| SXE - Sale | 267 km | $3,850 | $8/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 275 km | $3,966 | $8/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 285 km | $4,110 | $8/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 296 km | $4,268 | $9/passenger |
| TGN - Morwell | 307 km | $4,427 | $9/passenger |
| WWY - West Wyalong | 309 km | $4,456 | $9/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 321 km | $4,629 | $9/passenger |
| SHT - Shepparton | 321 km | $4,629 | $9/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 325 km | $4,687 | $9/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 327 km | $4,715 | $9/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 330 km | $4,759 | $10/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 340 km | $4,903 | $10/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 342 km | $4,932 | $10/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 349 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 359 km | $5,177 | $10/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 372 km | $5,364 | $11/passenger |
| ECH - | 378 km | $5,451 | $11/passenger |
| MBW - Melbourne | 390 km | $5,624 | $11/passenger |
| MEB - Melbourne | 395 km | $5,696 | $11/passenger |
| MEL - Melbourne | 397 km | $5,725 | $11/passenger |
| BXG - Bendigo | 418 km | $6,028 | $12/passenger |
| DGE - Mudgee | 420 km | $6,056 | $12/passenger |
| HXX - | 424 km | $6,114 | $12/passenger |
| FLS - Flinders Island | 430 km | $6,201 | $12/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 435 km | $6,273 | $13/passenger |
| AVV - Avalon | 443 km | $6,388 | $13/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 447 km | $6,446 | $13/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 456 km | $6,576 | $13/passenger |
| KRA - | 457 km | $6,590 | $13/passenger |
| QRM - | 460 km | $6,633 | $13/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 462 km | $6,662 | $13/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your OOM 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 OOM
- 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 Cooma
Cooma 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 OOM
Located in the Oceania region, OOM 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 OOM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from OOM
- 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 OOM are CYG, MIM, CBR — consider these for potentially lower fares