OUH - Oudtshoorn Airport
Oudtshoorn, South Africa
IATA Code: OUH · Oudtshoorn, South Africa
The airport code OUH is the IATA identifier for Oudtshoorn Airport. You may also find it referred to as Oudtshoorn Airport (OUH).
Oudtshoorn Airport (OUH) serves Oudtshoorn, South Africa, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
OUH is the IATA airport code for Oudtshoorn Airport, located in Oudtshoorn, South Africa. The airport is situated at coordinates 33.6070°S, 22.1890°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
- OUH
- City
- Oudtshoorn
- Country
- South Africa
- Timezone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Latitude
- -33.6070°
- Longitude
- 22.1890°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from OUH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRJ - George | 48 km | $747 | $1/passenger |
| PBZ - Plettenberg Bay | 118 km | $1,837 | $4/passenger |
| OVG - Overberg | 207 km | $3,223 | $6/passenger |
| ROD - Robertson | 213 km | $3,316 | $7/passenger |
| PLZ - Port Elizabeth | 320 km | $4,982 | $10/passenger |
| CPT - Cape Town | 334 km | $5,200 | $10/passenger |
| SDB - Langebaanweg | 381 km | $5,931 | $12/passenger |
| VRE - Vredendal | 405 km | $6,305 | $13/passenger |
| UTW - Queenstown | 477 km | $7,426 | $15/passenger |
| BIY - Bisho | 480 km | $7,473 | $15/passenger |
| ELS - East London | 528 km | $8,220 | $16/passenger |
| AGZ - Aggeneys | 578 km | $8,998 | $18/passenger |
| UTN - Upington | 586 km | $9,123 | $18/passenger |
| KIM - Kimberley | 588 km | $9,154 | $18/passenger |
| SBU - Springbok | 593 km | $9,232 | $18/passenger |
| LMR - Lime Acres | 595 km | $9,263 | $19/passenger |
| BFN - Bloemfontein | 636 km | $9,901 | $20/passenger |
| UTT - Umtata | 649 km | $10,104 | $20/passenger |
| KLZ - Kleinsee | 650 km | $10,119 | $20/passenger |
| SIS - Sishen | 667 km | $10,384 | $21/passenger |
| MSU - Maseru | 686 km | $10,680 | $21/passenger |
| KMH - Kuruman | 694 km | $10,804 | $22/passenger |
| JOH - Port Saint Johns | 722 km | $11,240 | $22/passenger |
| FCB - Ficksburg | 761 km | $11,847 | $24/passenger |
| ALJ - Alexander Bay | 776 km | $12,081 | $24/passenger |
| VRU - Vryburg | 776 km | $12,081 | $24/passenger |
| OMD - Oranjemund | 781 km | $12,159 | $24/passenger |
| MGH - Margate | 825 km | $12,844 | $26/passenger |
| KXE - Klerksdorp | 866 km | $13,482 | $27/passenger |
| KMP - Keetmanshoop | 878 km | $13,669 | $27/passenger |
| HRS - Harrismith | 890 km | $13,856 | $28/passenger |
| PZB - Pietermaritzburg | 893 km | $13,902 | $28/passenger |
| PCF - Potchefstroom | 903 km | $14,058 | $28/passenger |
| LAY - Ladysmith | 911 km | $14,182 | $28/passenger |
| MBD - Mafeking | 927 km | $14,432 | $29/passenger |
| VIR - Durban | 941 km | $14,649 | $29/passenger |
| DUR - Durban | 955 km | $14,867 | $30/passenger |
| NCS - Newcastle | 987 km | $15,366 | $31/passenger |
| QRA - Johannesburg | 1,000 km | $15,568 | $31/passenger |
| JNB - Johannesburg | 1,015 km | $15,802 | $32/passenger |
| HLA - Johannesburg | 1,016 km | $15,817 | $32/passenger |
| LUD - Luderitz | 1,018 km | $15,848 | $32/passenger |
| GCJ - Johannesburg | 1,023 km | $15,926 | $32/passenger |
| JWA - Jwaneng | 1,030 km | $16,035 | $32/passenger |
| ZEC - Secunda | 1,035 km | $16,113 | $32/passenger |
| NTY - Pilanesberg | 1,038 km | $16,160 | $32/passenger |
| WKF - Waterkloof | 1,042 km | $16,222 | $32/passenger |
| ULD - Ulundi | 1,057 km | $16,455 | $33/passenger |
| PRY - Pretoria | 1,059 km | $16,487 | $33/passenger |
| GBE - Gaberone | 1,070 km | $16,658 | $33/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your OUH 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 OUH
- 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 Oudtshoorn
Oudtshoorn 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 OUH
OUH 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 OUH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Oudtshoorn Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from OUH
- 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 OUH are GRJ, PBZ, OVG — consider these for potentially lower fares