PDV - Plovdiv International Airport
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
IATA Code: PDV · Plovdiv, Bulgaria
The airport code PDV is the IATA identifier for Plovdiv International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Plovdiv Airport (PDV).
Plovdiv International Airport (PDV) serves Plovdiv, Bulgaria, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PDV is the IATA airport code for Plovdiv International Airport, located in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The airport is situated at coordinates 42.0678°N, 24.8508°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PDV
- City
- Plovdiv
- Country
- Bulgaria
- Timezone
- Europe/Sofia
- Latitude
- 42.0678°
- Longitude
- 24.8508°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PDV
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SZR - Stara Zagora | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| KVA - Kavala | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| JAM - Yambol | 131 km | $2,021 | $4/passenger |
| SOF - Sofia | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| GOZ - Gorna Orechovica | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| AXD - Alexandroupolis | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| BOJ - Bourgas | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| SKG - Thessaloniki | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| LXS - Limnos | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| CKZ - Canakkale | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| CRA - Craiova | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| SKP - Skopje | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| TEQ - Çorlu | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| VAR - Varna | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| INI - Nis | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 289 km | $4,459 | $9/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| PRN - Pristina | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| KZI - Kozani | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| BDM - Bandirma | 326 km | $5,030 | $10/passenger |
| EDO - Balikesir Korfez | 333 km | $5,138 | $10/passenger |
| LRA - Larissa | 335 km | $5,168 | $10/passenger |
| IST - Istanbul | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| JSI - Skiathos | 341 km | $5,261 | $11/passenger |
| SKU - Skiros | 346 km | $5,338 | $11/passenger |
| KSO - Kastoria | 349 km | $5,384 | $11/passenger |
| ISL - Istanbul | 352 km | $5,431 | $11/passenger |
| OHD - Ohrid | 355 km | $5,477 | $11/passenger |
| VOL - Nea Anghialos | 361 km | $5,570 | $11/passenger |
| MJT - Mytilini | 366 km | $5,647 | $11/passenger |
| BZI - Balikesir | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| CND - Constanta | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| SAW - Istanbul | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| BTZ - Bursa | 403 km | $6,217 | $12/passenger |
| SBZ - Sibiu | 418 km | $6,449 | $13/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| JKH - Chios | 428 km | $6,603 | $13/passenger |
| IOA - Ioannina | 429 km | $6,619 | $13/passenger |
| TIA - Tirana | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| IGL - Izmir | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| YEI - Yenisehir | 443 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| TCE - Tulcea | 456 km | $7,035 | $14/passenger |
| KCO - Topel | 461 km | $7,112 | $14/passenger |
| TGD - Podgorica | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| ADB - Izmir | 463 km | $7,143 | $14/passenger |
| ATH - Athens | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| HEW - Athens | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| BEG - Belgrade | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
| AGQ - Agrinion | 486 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| BJY - Batajnica | 489 km | $7,544 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PDV 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 Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/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 PDV
- 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 Plovdiv
Plovdiv 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 PDV
As a European airport, PDV falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via PDV
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Plovdiv International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PDV
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PDV are SZR, KVA, JAM — consider these for potentially lower fares