PLS - Providenciales Airport
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
IATA Code: PLS · Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
The airport code PLS is the IATA identifier for Providenciales Airport. You may also find it referred to as Providenciales Airport (PLS).
Providenciales Airport (PLS) serves Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PLS is the IATA airport code for Providenciales Airport, located in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. The airport is situated at coordinates 21.7736°N, 72.2659°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
- PLS
- City
- Providenciales
- Country
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Timezone
- America/Grand_Turk
- Latitude
- 21.7736°
- Longitude
- -72.2659°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PLS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCA - North Caicos | 37 km | $550 | $1/passenger |
| MDS - Middle Caicos | 48 km | $714 | $1/passenger |
| XSC - South Caicos | 81 km | $1,204 | $2/passenger |
| MYG - Mayaguana | 102 km | $1,517 | $3/passenger |
| SLX - Salt Cay | 121 km | $1,799 | $4/passenger |
| GDT - Cockburn Town | 122 km | $1,814 | $4/passenger |
| IGA - Matthew Town | 170 km | $2,528 | $5/passenger |
| AXP - Spring Point | 191 km | $2,840 | $6/passenger |
| PAX - Port-de-Paix | 213 km | $3,167 | $6/passenger |
| CRI - Colonel Hill | 225 km | $3,345 | $7/passenger |
| CAP - Cap Haitien | 227 km | $3,375 | $7/passenger |
| BCA - Baracoa Playa | 280 km | $4,163 | $8/passenger |
| POP - Puerto Plata | 285 km | $4,237 | $8/passenger |
| MOA - Moa | 302 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| STI - Santiago | 315 km | $4,683 | $9/passenger |
| LGI - Dead Man'''s Cay | 330 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| RCY - Port Nelson | 339 km | $5,040 | $10/passenger |
| ZSA - Cockburn Town | 344 km | $5,115 | $10/passenger |
| GAO - Guantanamo | 354 km | $5,263 | $11/passenger |
| PAP - Port-au-prince | 355 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| COZ - Constanza | 357 km | $5,308 | $11/passenger |
| DCT - Duncan Town | 360 km | $5,352 | $11/passenger |
| SML - Stella Maris | 368 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| NBW - Guantanamo | 369 km | $5,486 | $11/passenger |
| AZS - Samana | 383 km | $5,694 | $11/passenger |
| JAK - Jacmel | 394 km | $5,858 | $12/passenger |
| JEE - Jeremie | 399 km | $5,932 | $12/passenger |
| BRX - Barahona | 410 km | $6,096 | $12/passenger |
| CYA - Cayes | 421 km | $6,259 | $13/passenger |
| GGT - Great Exuma | 421 km | $6,259 | $13/passenger |
| SCU - Santiago De Cuba | 422 km | $6,274 | $13/passenger |
| JBQ - La Isabela | 428 km | $6,364 | $13/passenger |
| TBI - Cat Island | 431 km | $6,408 | $13/passenger |
| CBJ - Cabo Rojo | 432 km | $6,423 | $13/passenger |
| HOG - Holguin | 434 km | $6,453 | $13/passenger |
| HEX - Santo Domingo | 439 km | $6,527 | $13/passenger |
| SDQ - Santo Domingo | 460 km | $6,839 | $14/passenger |
| ATC - Arthur'''s Town | 471 km | $7,003 | $14/passenger |
| BYM - Bayamo | 477 km | $7,092 | $14/passenger |
| VTU - Las Tunas | 491 km | $7,300 | $15/passenger |
| TYM - Staniel Cay | 503 km | $7,479 | $15/passenger |
| LRM - La Romana | 509 km | $7,568 | $15/passenger |
| MZO - Manzanillo | 527 km | $7,835 | $16/passenger |
| RSD - Rock Sound | 529 km | $7,865 | $16/passenger |
| PUJ - Punta Cana | 541 km | $8,044 | $16/passenger |
| NMC - Norman'''s Cay | 561 km | $8,341 | $17/passenger |
| GHB - Governor'''s Harbor | 569 km | $8,460 | $17/passenger |
| CMW - Camaguey | 578 km | $8,594 | $17/passenger |
| POT - Port Antonio | 597 km | $8,876 | $18/passenger |
| COX - Andros | 606 km | $9,010 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PLS 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 PLS
- 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 Providenciales
Providenciales has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through PLS
Traveling through Providenciales 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 PLS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Providenciales Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PLS
- 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 PLS are NCA, MDS, XSC — consider these for potentially lower fares