PDS - Piedras Negras International Airport
Piedras Negras, Mexico
IATA Code: PDS · Piedras Negras, Mexico
The airport code PDS is the IATA identifier for Piedras Negras International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Piedras Negras Airport (PDS).
Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS) serves Piedras Negras, Mexico, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PDS is the IATA airport code for Piedras Negras International Airport, located in Piedras Negras, Mexico. The airport is situated at coordinates 28.6274°N, 100.5350°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PDS
- City
- Piedras Negras
- Country
- Mexico
- Timezone
- America/Mexico_City
- Latitude
- 28.6274°
- Longitude
- -100.5350°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PDS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| DLF - Del Rio | 85 km | $1,264 | $3/passenger |
| DRT - Del Rio | 91 km | $1,353 | $3/passenger |
| ACN - Ciudad Acuna | 96 km | $1,427 | $3/passenger |
| UVA - Uvalde | 101 km | $1,502 | $3/passenger |
| COT - Cotulla | 130 km | $1,933 | $4/passenger |
| LRD - Laredo | 160 km | $2,379 | $5/passenger |
| NLD - Nuevo Laredo | 162 km | $2,409 | $5/passenger |
| ERV - Kerrville | 206 km | $3,063 | $6/passenger |
| LOV - Monclova | 207 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| SKF - San Antonio | 208 km | $3,093 | $6/passenger |
| SSF - Stinson | 216 km | $3,211 | $6/passenger |
| JCT - Junction | 222 km | $3,301 | $7/passenger |
| SAT - San Antonio | 225 km | $3,345 | $7/passenger |
| RND - San Antonio | 241 km | $3,583 | $7/passenger |
| OZA - Ozona | 243 km | $3,613 | $7/passenger |
| ALI - Alice | 265 km | $3,940 | $8/passenger |
| IRB - Iraan | 285 km | $4,237 | $8/passenger |
| NQI - Kingsville | 295 km | $4,386 | $9/passenger |
| SJT - San Angelo | 304 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| BBD - Brady | 307 km | $4,564 | $9/passenger |
| NTR - Monterrey | 309 km | $4,594 | $9/passenger |
| CRP - Corpus Christi | 312 km | $4,639 | $9/passenger |
| MTY - Monterrey | 320 km | $4,758 | $10/passenger |
| AUS - Austin | 328 km | $4,877 | $10/passenger |
| FST - Fort Stockton | 343 km | $5,100 | $10/passenger |
| SLW - Saltillo | 344 km | $5,115 | $10/passenger |
| RKP - Rockport | 347 km | $5,159 | $10/passenger |
| VCT - Victoria | 353 km | $5,248 | $10/passenger |
| MFE - Mcallen | 355 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| ALE - Alpine | 362 km | $5,382 | $11/passenger |
| REX - Reynosa | 370 km | $5,501 | $11/passenger |
| GRK - Killeen | 376 km | $5,590 | $11/passenger |
| MRF - Marfa | 389 km | $5,784 | $12/passenger |
| HRL - Harlingen | 390 km | $5,799 | $12/passenger |
| HLR - Fort Hood | 390 km | $5,799 | $12/passenger |
| MAF - Midland | 402 km | $5,977 | $12/passenger |
| TPL - Temple | 412 km | $6,126 | $12/passenger |
| PSX - Palacios | 418 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
| PEQ - Pecos | 419 km | $6,230 | $12/passenger |
| DYS - Abilene | 427 km | $6,349 | $13/passenger |
| ABI - Abilene | 429 km | $6,378 | $13/passenger |
| BRO - Brownsville | 431 km | $6,408 | $13/passenger |
| INK - Wink | 434 km | $6,453 | $13/passenger |
| MAM - Matamoros | 435 km | $6,468 | $13/passenger |
| TRC - Torreon | 444 km | $6,601 | $13/passenger |
| BBC - Bay City | 457 km | $6,795 | $14/passenger |
| CLL - College Station | 458 km | $6,810 | $14/passenger |
| SEP - Stephenville | 458 km | $6,810 | $14/passenger |
| ACT - Waco | 459 km | $6,824 | $14/passenger |
| CFD - Bryan | 468 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PDS 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 Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/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 PDS
- 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 Piedras Negras
Piedras Negras 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 PDS
Traveling through Piedras Negras in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via PDS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Piedras Negras International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PDS
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PDS are DLF, DRT, ACN — consider these for potentially lower fares