PIL - Carlos Miguel Gimenez Airport
Pilar, Paraguay
IATA Code: PIL · Pilar, Paraguay
The airport code PIL is the IATA identifier for Carlos Miguel Gimenez Airport. You may also find it referred to as Pilar Airport (PIL).
Carlos Miguel Gimenez Airport (PIL) serves Pilar, Paraguay, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PIL is the IATA airport code for Carlos Miguel Gimenez Airport, located in Pilar, Paraguay. The airport is situated at coordinates 26.8812°S, 58.3180°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
- PIL
- City
- Pilar
- Country
- Paraguay
- Timezone
- America/Asuncion
- Latitude
- -26.8812°
- Longitude
- -58.3180°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PIL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| FMA - Formosa | 75 km | $1,115 | $2/passenger |
| CNQ - Corrientes | 77 km | $1,145 | $2/passenger |
| RES - Resistencia | 97 km | $1,442 | $3/passenger |
| AYO - Ayolas | 155 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| ASU - Asuncion | 199 km | $2,959 | $6/passenger |
| PRQ - Presidencia R.s.pena | 216 km | $3,211 | $6/passenger |
| PSS - Posadas | 239 km | $3,553 | $7/passenger |
| ENO - Encarnacion | 249 km | $3,702 | $7/passenger |
| OYA - Goya | 263 km | $3,910 | $8/passenger |
| RCQ - Reconquista | 291 km | $4,327 | $9/passenger |
| UZU - Curuzu Cuatia | 323 km | $4,802 | $10/passenger |
| AOL - Paso De Los Libres | 332 km | $4,936 | $10/passenger |
| URG - Uruguaiana | 346 km | $5,144 | $10/passenger |
| ELO - El Dorado | 376 km | $5,590 | $11/passenger |
| AGT - Ciudad del Este | 381 km | $5,665 | $11/passenger |
| MCS - Monte Caseros | 383 km | $5,694 | $11/passenger |
| SRA - Santa Rosa | 392 km | $5,828 | $12/passenger |
| CIO - Conception | 393 km | $5,843 | $12/passenger |
| IGR - Iguazu Falls | 404 km | $6,007 | $12/passenger |
| IGU - Foz Do Iguacu | 408 km | $6,066 | $12/passenger |
| ATI - Artigas | 429 km | $6,378 | $13/passenger |
| GEL - Santo Angelo | 438 km | $6,512 | $13/passenger |
| SQX - Sao Miguel do Oeste | 478 km | $7,107 | $14/passenger |
| COC - Concordia | 492 km | $7,315 | $15/passenger |
| STY - Salto | 508 km | $7,553 | $15/passenger |
| TOW - Toledo | 523 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
| CAC - Cascavel | 525 km | $7,806 | $16/passenger |
| FBE - Francisco Beltrao | 531 km | $7,895 | $16/passenger |
| RVY - Rivera | 533 km | $7,925 | $16/passenger |
| PJC - Pedro Juan Caballero | 534 km | $7,940 | $16/passenger |
| PMG - Ponta Pora | 549 km | $8,163 | $16/passenger |
| NCJ - Sunchales | 550 km | $8,177 | $16/passenger |
| RIA - Santa Maria | 552 km | $8,207 | $16/passenger |
| XAP - Chapeco | 562 km | $8,356 | $17/passenger |
| PRA - Parana | 585 km | $8,698 | $17/passenger |
| ESG - Mariscal Estigarribia | 586 km | $8,713 | $17/passenger |
| SFN - Santa Fe | 589 km | $8,757 | $18/passenger |
| SDE - Santiago Del Estero | 600 km | $8,921 | $18/passenger |
| ERM - Erechim | 604 km | $8,980 | $18/passenger |
| UMU - Umuarama | 608 km | $9,040 | $18/passenger |
| PFB - Passo Fundo | 610 km | $9,069 | $18/passenger |
| PDU - Paysandu | 610 km | $9,069 | $18/passenger |
| CCI - Concordia | 621 km | $9,233 | $18/passenger |
| DOU - Dourados | 623 km | $9,263 | $19/passenger |
| BGX - Bage | 647 km | $9,620 | $19/passenger |
| BYO - Bointo | 654 km | $9,724 | $19/passenger |
| RHD - Rio Hondo | 658 km | $9,783 | $20/passenger |
| JCB - Joacaba | 671 km | $9,976 | $20/passenger |
| TUC - Tucuman | 673 km | $10,006 | $20/passenger |
| GHU - Gualeguaychu | 682 km | $10,140 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PIL 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 PIL
- 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 Pilar
Pilar 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 PIL
Traveling through Pilar 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 PIL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Carlos Miguel Gimenez Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PIL
- 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 PIL are FMA, CNQ, RES — consider these for potentially lower fares