PLQ - Palanga International Airport
Palanga, Lithuania
IATA Code: PLQ · Palanga, Lithuania
The airport code PLQ is the IATA identifier for Palanga International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Palanga Airport (PLQ).
Palanga International Airport (PLQ) serves Palanga, Lithuania, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PLQ is the IATA airport code for Palanga International Airport, located in Palanga, Lithuania. The airport is situated at coordinates 55.9732°N, 21.0939°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
- PLQ
- City
- Palanga
- Country
- Lithuania
- Timezone
- Europe/Vilnius
- Latitude
- 55.9732°
- Longitude
- 21.0939°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PLQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLJ - Klaipeda | 31 km | $478 | $1/passenger |
| LPX - Liepaja | 61 km | $941 | $2/passenger |
| KGD - Kaliningrad | 125 km | $1,929 | $4/passenger |
| SQQ - Siauliai | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| HLJ - Barysiai | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| VNT - Ventspils | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| RIX - Riga | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| PNV - Panevezys | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| KUN - Kaunas | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| QYD - Gdynia | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| GDN - Gdansk | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| VBY - Visby | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| URE - Kuressaare | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| SZY - Szczytno-Szymany | 277 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| OSP - Slupsk | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| VNO - Vilnius | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
| KLR - Kalkmar | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| OSK - Oskarshamn | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| GNA - Hrodna | 325 km | $5,014 | $10/passenger |
| EPU - Parnu | 340 km | $5,246 | $10/passenger |
| DGP - Daugavpils | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| KDL - Kardla | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| RNB - Ronneby | 363 km | $5,600 | $11/passenger |
| HLF - Hultsfred | 365 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| BZG - Bydgoszcz | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| WMI - Warsaw | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| NYO - Stockholm | 401 km | $6,187 | $12/passenger |
| VXO - Vaxjo | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| RNN - Ronne | 411 km | $6,341 | $13/passenger |
| NRK - Norrkoeping | 411 km | $6,341 | $13/passenger |
| BMA - Stockholm | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| LPI - Linkoeping | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| TAY - Tartu | 426 km | $6,572 | $13/passenger |
| KID - Kristianstad | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| TLL - Tallinn-ulemiste International | 442 km | $6,819 | $14/passenger |
| ARN - Stockholm | 450 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| EKT - Eskilstuna | 457 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| BXP - Biała Podlaska | 461 km | $7,112 | $14/passenger |
| MHQ - Mariehamn | 467 km | $7,205 | $14/passenger |
| BQT - Brest | 467 km | $7,205 | $14/passenger |
| JKG - Joenkoeping | 471 km | $7,267 | $15/passenger |
| MHP - Minsk | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| SZZ - Szczecin | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
| VST - Vasteras | 481 km | $7,421 | $15/passenger |
| POZ - Poznan | 483 km | $7,452 | $15/passenger |
| MMX - Malmoe | 485 km | $7,483 | $15/passenger |
| LCJ - Lodz | 486 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| PKV - Pskov | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| MSQ - Minsk 2 | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PLQ 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 PLQ
- 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 Palanga
Palanga has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through PLQ
As a European airport, PLQ 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 PLQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Palanga International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PLQ
- 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 PLQ are KLJ, LPX, KGD — consider these for potentially lower fares