PEZ - Penza Airport
Penza, Russia
IATA Code: PEZ · Penza, Russia
The airport code PEZ is the IATA identifier for Penza Airport. You may also find it referred to as Penza Airport (PEZ).
Penza Airport (PEZ) serves Penza, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PEZ is the IATA airport code for Penza Airport, located in Penza, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.1106°N, 45.0211°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
- PEZ
- City
- Penza
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Latitude
- 53.1106°
- Longitude
- 45.0211°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PEZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKX - Saransk | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| BWO - Balakovo | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| KUF - Samara | 344 km | $5,307 | $11/passenger |
| GOJ - Nizhniy Novgorod | 356 km | $5,492 | $11/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 364 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| LPK - Lipetsk | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 391 km | $6,032 | $12/passenger |
| VOZ - Voronezh | 418 km | $6,449 | $13/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 484 km | $7,467 | $15/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 495 km | $7,637 | $15/passenger |
| IWA - Ivanovo | 499 km | $7,699 | $15/passenger |
| ZIA - Ramenskoe | 521 km | $8,038 | $16/passenger |
| DME - Moscow | 528 km | $8,146 | $16/passenger |
| BKA - Moscow | 530 km | $8,177 | $16/passenger |
| NBC - Nizhnekamsk | 533 km | $8,223 | $16/passenger |
| UUA - Bugulma | 537 km | $8,285 | $17/passenger |
| CKL - Shchyolkovo | 544 km | $8,393 | $17/passenger |
| OSF - Moscow | 555 km | $8,563 | $17/passenger |
| VKO - Moscow | 573 km | $8,840 | $18/passenger |
| KMW - Kostroma | 579 km | $8,933 | $18/passenger |
| IAR - Yaroslavl | 582 km | $8,979 | $18/passenger |
| SVO - Moscow | 584 km | $9,010 | $18/passenger |
| KLF - Kaluga | 590 km | $9,103 | $18/passenger |
| OEL - Oakley | 603 km | $9,303 | $19/passenger |
| URS - Kursk | 610 km | $9,411 | $19/passenger |
| VLK - | 639 km | $9,858 | $20/passenger |
| EGO - Belgorod | 640 km | $9,874 | $20/passenger |
| VSG - Lugansk | 655 km | $10,105 | $20/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 657 km | $10,136 | $20/passenger |
| RYB - Rybinsk | 674 km | $10,398 | $21/passenger |
| IJK - Izhevsk | 678 km | $10,460 | $21/passenger |
| HRK - Kharkov | 700 km | $10,800 | $22/passenger |
| KRQ - Kramatorsk | 712 km | $10,985 | $22/passenger |
| KLD - Tver | 720 km | $11,108 | $22/passenger |
| ROV - Rostov | 721 km | $11,124 | $22/passenger |
| REN - Orenburg | 721 km | $11,124 | $22/passenger |
| BZK - Bryansk | 722 km | $11,139 | $22/passenger |
| UFA - Ufa | 729 km | $11,247 | $22/passenger |
| ESL - Elista | 751 km | $11,586 | $23/passenger |
| VGD - Vologda | 754 km | $11,633 | $23/passenger |
| DOK - Donetsk | 759 km | $11,710 | $23/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 789 km | $12,173 | $24/passenger |
| TGK - Taganrog | 790 km | $12,188 | $24/passenger |
| CEE - Cherepovets | 810 km | $12,497 | $25/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 823 km | $12,697 | $25/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PEZ 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 PEZ
- 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 Penza
Penza 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 PEZ
As a European airport, PEZ 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 PEZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Penza Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PEZ
- 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 PEZ are SKX, RTW, BWO — consider these for potentially lower fares