PBU - Putao Airport
Putao, Burma
IATA Code: PBU · Putao, Burma
The airport code PBU is the IATA identifier for Putao Airport. You may also find it referred to as Putao Airport (PBU).
Putao Airport (PBU) serves Putao, Burma, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PBU is the IATA airport code for Putao Airport, located in Putao, Burma. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.3299°N, 97.4263°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
- PBU
- City
- Putao
- Country
- Burma
- Timezone
- Asia/Rangoon
- Latitude
- 27.3299°
- Longitude
- 97.4263°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PBU
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEI - Tezu | 144 km | $2,076 | $4/passenger |
| MYT - Myitkyina | 217 km | $3,129 | $6/passenger |
| IXT - Pasighat | 222 km | $3,201 | $6/passenger |
| DIG - Shangri-La | 228 km | $3,288 | $7/passenger |
| KHM - Khamti | 229 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| DIB - Mohanbari | 238 km | $3,432 | $7/passenger |
| IXV - Along | 275 km | $3,966 | $8/passenger |
| TCZ - Tengchong | 286 km | $4,124 | $8/passenger |
| LJG - Lijiang | 289 km | $4,167 | $8/passenger |
| BSD - Baoshan | 307 km | $4,427 | $9/passenger |
| JRH - Jorhat | 329 km | $4,744 | $9/passenger |
| IXI - Lilabari | 329 km | $4,744 | $9/passenger |
| NLH - Ninglang | 330 km | $4,759 | $10/passenger |
| DCY - Daocheng | 339 km | $4,888 | $10/passenger |
| BMO - Banmaw | 341 km | $4,917 | $10/passenger |
| DLU - Dali | 343 km | $4,946 | $10/passenger |
| LUM - Luxi | 344 km | $4,960 | $10/passenger |
| ZER - Zero | 356 km | $5,134 | $10/passenger |
| BPX - Bangda | 360 km | $5,191 | $10/passenger |
| HOX - Hommalin | 369 km | $5,321 | $11/passenger |
| LZY - Nyingchi | 374 km | $5,393 | $11/passenger |
| DMU - Dimapur | 397 km | $5,725 | $11/passenger |
| PZI - Panzhihua | 442 km | $6,374 | $13/passenger |
| IMF - Imphal | 454 km | $6,547 | $13/passenger |
| TEZ - Tezpur | 465 km | $6,705 | $13/passenger |
| NMT - Naypyidaw | 472 km | $6,806 | $14/passenger |
| XIC - Xichang | 474 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| LNJ - Lincang | 477 km | $6,878 | $14/passenger |
| YUA - Yuanmou | 477 km | $6,878 | $14/passenger |
| MOE - Momeik | 478 km | $6,893 | $14/passenger |
| LSH - Lashio | 485 km | $6,994 | $14/passenger |
| CWJ - Cangyuan | 492 km | $7,095 | $14/passenger |
| IXS - Silchar | 519 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| KGT - Kangding | 525 km | $7,571 | $15/passenger |
| SHL - Shillong | 571 km | $8,234 | $16/passenger |
| KMV - Kalemyo | 572 km | $8,248 | $16/passenger |
| GAU - Guwahati | 596 km | $8,594 | $17/passenger |
| JMJ - Lancang Lahu | 596 km | $8,594 | $17/passenger |
| KMG - Kunming | 602 km | $8,681 | $17/passenger |
| YUS - Yushu | 613 km | $8,839 | $18/passenger |
| ZYL - Sylhet Osmani | 614 km | $8,854 | $18/passenger |
| NYW - Monywa | 615 km | $8,868 | $18/passenger |
| SYM - Simao | 617 km | $8,897 | $18/passenger |
| AJL - Aizwal | 619 km | $8,926 | $18/passenger |
| ZAT - Zhaotong | 625 km | $9,013 | $18/passenger |
| IXH - Kailashahar | 638 km | $9,200 | $18/passenger |
| MDL - Mandalay | 643 km | $9,272 | $19/passenger |
| BUT - Jakar | 660 km | $9,517 | $19/passenger |
| LXA - Lhasa | 674 km | $9,719 | $19/passenger |
| JHG - Jinghonggasa | 684 km | $9,863 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PBU 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 PBU
- 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 Putao
Putao 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 PBU
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, PBU is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via PBU
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Putao Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PBU
- 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 PBU are TEI, MYT, IXT — consider these for potentially lower fares