PGX - Périgueux-Bassillac Airport
Perigueux, France
IATA Code: PGX · Perigueux, France
The airport code PGX is the IATA identifier for Périgueux-Bassillac Airport. You may also find it referred to as Perigueux Airport (PGX).
Périgueux-Bassillac Airport (PGX) serves Perigueux, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PGX is the IATA airport code for Périgueux-Bassillac Airport, located in Perigueux, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.1981°N, 0.8156°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
- PGX
- City
- Perigueux
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 45.1981°
- Longitude
- 0.8156°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PGX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGC - Bergerac | 48 km | $741 | $1/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 55 km | $849 | $2/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 79 km | $1,219 | $2/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 102 km | $1,574 | $3/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 108 km | $1,666 | $3/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 115 km | $1,774 | $4/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 131 km | $2,021 | $4/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 138 km | $2,129 | $4/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 176 km | $2,715 | $5/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| CET - Cholet | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 277 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 300 km | $4,628 | $9/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| PGF - Perpignan | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 327 km | $5,045 | $10/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 327 km | $5,045 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PGX 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 PGX
- 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 Perigueux
Perigueux 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 PGX
As a European airport, PGX 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.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via PGX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Périgueux-Bassillac Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PGX
- 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 PGX are EGC, BVE, ANG — consider these for potentially lower fares