PLX - Semipalatinsk Airport
Semiplatinsk, Kazakhstan
IATA Code: PLX · Semiplatinsk, Kazakhstan
The airport code PLX is the IATA identifier for Semipalatinsk Airport. You may also find it referred to as Semiplatinsk Airport (PLX).
Semipalatinsk Airport (PLX) serves Semiplatinsk, Kazakhstan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PLX is the IATA airport code for Semipalatinsk Airport, located in Semiplatinsk, Kazakhstan. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.3513°N, 80.2344°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
- PLX
- City
- Semiplatinsk
- Country
- Kazakhstan
- Timezone
- Asia/Qyzylorda
- Latitude
- 50.3513°
- Longitude
- 80.2344°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PLX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| UKK - Ust Kamenogorsk | 165 km | $2,379 | $5/passenger |
| PWQ - Pavlodar | 301 km | $4,340 | $9/passenger |
| EKB - Ekibastuz | 377 km | $5,436 | $11/passenger |
| UZR - Urzhar | 377 km | $5,436 | $11/passenger |
| BAX - Barnaul | 404 km | $5,826 | $12/passenger |
| RGK - Gorno-Altaysk | 430 km | $6,201 | $12/passenger |
| TCG - Tacheng | 469 km | $6,763 | $14/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 499 km | $7,196 | $14/passenger |
| BXH - Balkhash | 543 km | $7,830 | $16/passenger |
| OVB - Novosibirsk | 543 km | $7,830 | $16/passenger |
| KJI - Burqin | 544 km | $7,844 | $16/passenger |
| NOZ - Novokuznetsk | 595 km | $8,580 | $17/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 622 km | $8,969 | $18/passenger |
| BPL - Bole | 626 km | $9,027 | $18/passenger |
| AAT - Altay | 641 km | $9,243 | $18/passenger |
| KRY - Karamay | 647 km | $9,330 | $19/passenger |
| KEJ - Kemorovo | 674 km | $9,719 | $19/passenger |
| OMS - Omsk | 693 km | $9,993 | $20/passenger |
| ULG - Olgii | 713 km | $10,281 | $21/passenger |
| YIN - Yining | 716 km | $10,325 | $21/passenger |
| TOF - Tomsk | 747 km | $10,772 | $22/passenger |
| FYN - Fuyun | 787 km | $11,349 | $23/passenger |
| KOV - Kokshetau | 801 km | $11,550 | $23/passenger |
| NLT - Xinyuan | 805 km | $11,608 | $23/passenger |
| ALA - Alma-ata | 815 km | $11,752 | $24/passenger |
| ULO - Ulaangom | 833 km | $12,012 | $24/passenger |
| ABA - Abakan | 849 km | $12,243 | $24/passenger |
| HVD - Khovd | 869 km | $12,531 | $25/passenger |
| PPK - Petropavlosk | 893 km | $12,877 | $26/passenger |
| URC - Urumqi | 901 km | $12,992 | $26/passenger |
| IKU - Tamchy | 904 km | $13,036 | $26/passenger |
| FRU - Bishkek | 921 km | $13,281 | $27/passenger |
| AYK - Arkalyk | 941 km | $13,569 | $27/passenger |
| ACS - Achinsk | 949 km | $13,685 | $27/passenger |
| DZN - Zhezkazgan | 956 km | $13,786 | $28/passenger |
| KCA - Kuqa | 986 km | $14,218 | $28/passenger |
| KYZ - Kyzyl | 1,000 km | $14,420 | $29/passenger |
| AKU - Aksu | 1,011 km | $14,579 | $29/passenger |
| KJA - Krasnoyarsk | 1,039 km | $14,982 | $30/passenger |
| TLQ - Turpan | 1,057 km | $15,242 | $30/passenger |
| KRL - Korla | 1,064 km | $15,343 | $31/passenger |
| DMB - Dzhambul | 1,076 km | $15,516 | $31/passenger |
| SXJ - Shanshan | 1,125 km | $16,223 | $32/passenger |
| KRO - Kurgan | 1,142 km | $16,468 | $33/passenger |
| SWT - Strezhevoy | 1,163 km | $16,770 | $34/passenger |
| EIE - Yeniseysk | 1,183 km | $17,059 | $34/passenger |
| KSN - Kostanay | 1,188 km | $17,131 | $34/passenger |
| NJC - Nizhnevartovsk | 1,201 km | $17,318 | $35/passenger |
| CIT - Chimkent | 1,210 km | $17,448 | $35/passenger |
| ULZ - Uliastai | 1,221 km | $17,607 | $35/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PLX 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 PLX
- 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 Semiplatinsk
Semiplatinsk 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 PLX
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, PLX is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via PLX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Semipalatinsk Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PLX
- 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 PLX are UKK, PWQ, EKB — consider these for potentially lower fares