PKE - Parkes Airport
Parkes, Australia
IATA Code: PKE · Parkes, Australia
The airport code PKE is the IATA identifier for Parkes Airport. You may also find it referred to as Parkes Airport (PKE).
Parkes Airport (PKE) serves Parkes, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PKE is the IATA airport code for Parkes Airport, located in Parkes, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 33.1314°S, 148.2390°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PKE
- City
- Parkes
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Latitude
- -33.1314°
- Longitude
- 148.2390°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PKE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRB - Forbes | 38 km | $548 | $1/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 88 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 88 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| QRM - | 102 km | $1,471 | $3/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 106 km | $1,529 | $3/passenger |
| NGA - | 125 km | $1,803 | $4/passenger |
| WWY - West Wyalong | 132 km | $1,903 | $4/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 135 km | $1,947 | $4/passenger |
| DGE - Mudgee | 143 km | $2,062 | $4/passenger |
| TEM - Temora | 158 km | $2,278 | $5/passenger |
| QRR - | 161 km | $2,322 | $5/passenger |
| CMD - | 167 km | $2,408 | $5/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 222 km | $3,201 | $6/passenger |
| GUL - Goulburn | 232 km | $3,345 | $7/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 236 km | $3,403 | $7/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 236 km | $3,403 | $7/passenger |
| WGA - Wagga Wagga | 237 km | $3,418 | $7/passenger |
| TUM - | 237 km | $3,418 | $7/passenger |
| CNB - Coonamble | 239 km | $3,446 | $7/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 242 km | $3,490 | $7/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 248 km | $3,576 | $7/passenger |
| CBR - Canberra | 257 km | $3,706 | $7/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 270 km | $3,893 | $8/passenger |
| NSO - Scone | 272 km | $3,922 | $8/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 284 km | $4,095 | $8/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 287 km | $4,139 | $8/passenger |
| CAZ - Cobar | 290 km | $4,182 | $8/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 292 km | $4,211 | $8/passenger |
| NOA - Nowra | 293 km | $4,225 | $8/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 307 km | $4,427 | $9/passenger |
| GUH - | 307 km | $4,427 | $9/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 318 km | $4,586 | $9/passenger |
| TMW - Tamworth | 335 km | $4,831 | $10/passenger |
| NTL - Newcastle | 337 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| CYG - | 341 km | $4,917 | $10/passenger |
| WGE - Walgett | 345 km | $4,975 | $10/passenger |
| ABX - Albury | 347 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| NAA - Narrabri | 347 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| HXX - | 351 km | $5,061 | $10/passenger |
| MYA - Moruya | 354 km | $5,105 | $10/passenger |
| OOM - Cooma | 359 km | $5,177 | $10/passenger |
| CWW - | 362 km | $5,220 | $10/passenger |
| BWQ - | 376 km | $5,422 | $11/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 405 km | $5,840 | $12/passenger |
| BRK - Bourke | 406 km | $5,855 | $12/passenger |
| WGT - | 406 km | $5,855 | $12/passenger |
| LHG - Lightning Ridge | 409 km | $5,898 | $12/passenger |
| TRO - Taree | 424 km | $6,114 | $12/passenger |
| ARM - Armidale | 431 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
| BLN - | 431 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PKE 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 Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/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 PKE
- 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 Parkes
Parkes 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 PKE
Located in the Oceania region, PKE serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via PKE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Parkes Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PKE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PKE are FRB, OAG, CWT — consider these for potentially lower fares