POA - Salgado Filho Airport
Porto Alegre, Brazil
IATA Code: POA · Porto Alegre, Brazil
The airport code POA is the IATA identifier for Salgado Filho Airport. You may also find it referred to as Porto Alegre Airport (POA).
Salgado Filho Airport (POA) serves Porto Alegre, Brazil, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
POA is the IATA airport code for Salgado Filho Airport, located in Porto Alegre, Brazil. The airport is situated at coordinates 29.9944°S, 51.1714°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
- POA
- City
- Porto Alegre
- Country
- Brazil
- Timezone
- America/Sao_Paulo
- Latitude
- -29.9944°
- Longitude
- -51.1714°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from POA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CXJ - Caxias Do Sul | 89 km | $1,323 | $3/passenger |
| CCM - Criciuma | 221 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| PET - Pelotas | 221 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| PFB - Passo Fundo | 225 km | $3,345 | $7/passenger |
| RIA - Santa Maria | 245 km | $3,643 | $7/passenger |
| JJG - Jaguaruna | 252 km | $3,747 | $7/passenger |
| LAJ - Lajes | 261 km | $3,881 | $8/passenger |
| ERM - Erechim | 281 km | $4,178 | $8/passenger |
| JCB - Joacaba | 316 km | $4,698 | $9/passenger |
| BGX - Bage | 321 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| CCI - Concordia | 324 km | $4,817 | $10/passenger |
| GEL - Santo Angelo | 348 km | $5,174 | $10/passenger |
| XAP - Chapeco | 350 km | $5,204 | $10/passenger |
| CFC - Cacador | 357 km | $5,308 | $11/passenger |
| FLN - Florianopolis | 363 km | $5,397 | $11/passenger |
| MLZ - Melo | 390 km | $5,799 | $12/passenger |
| SRA - Santa Rosa | 400 km | $5,947 | $12/passenger |
| BNU - BLUMENAU | 406 km | $6,036 | $12/passenger |
| SQX - Sao Miguel do Oeste | 424 km | $6,304 | $13/passenger |
| NVT - Navegantes | 425 km | $6,319 | $13/passenger |
| RVY - Rivera | 427 km | $6,349 | $13/passenger |
| FBE - Francisco Beltrao | 475 km | $7,062 | $14/passenger |
| JOI - Joinville | 479 km | $7,122 | $14/passenger |
| GPB - Guarapuava | 513 km | $7,627 | $15/passenger |
| ATI - Artigas | 515 km | $7,657 | $15/passenger |
| ELO - El Dorado | 521 km | $7,746 | $15/passenger |
| CWB - Curitiba | 534 km | $7,940 | $16/passenger |
| PGZ - Ponta Grossa | 544 km | $8,088 | $16/passenger |
| BFH - Curitiba | 545 km | $8,103 | $16/passenger |
| ENO - Encarnacion | 550 km | $8,177 | $16/passenger |
| PSS - Posadas | 551 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| URG - Uruguaiana | 566 km | $8,415 | $17/passenger |
| IGR - Iguazu Falls | 574 km | $8,534 | $17/passenger |
| AOL - Paso De Los Libres | 578 km | $8,594 | $17/passenger |
| IGU - Foz Do Iguacu | 587 km | $8,728 | $17/passenger |
| CAC - Cascavel | 601 km | $8,936 | $18/passenger |
| AGT - Ciudad del Este | 621 km | $9,233 | $18/passenger |
| MCS - Monte Caseros | 623 km | $9,263 | $19/passenger |
| AYO - Ayolas | 626 km | $9,307 | $19/passenger |
| DZO - Durazno | 628 km | $9,337 | $19/passenger |
| TEC - Telemaco Borba | 633 km | $9,411 | $19/passenger |
| TOW - Toledo | 641 km | $9,530 | $19/passenger |
| PDP - Punta del Este | 654 km | $9,724 | $19/passenger |
| UZU - Curuzu Cuatia | 657 km | $9,768 | $20/passenger |
| COC - Concordia | 669 km | $9,947 | $20/passenger |
| STY - Salto | 671 km | $9,976 | $20/passenger |
| MVD - Montevideo | 706 km | $10,497 | $21/passenger |
| PDU - Paysandu | 706 km | $10,497 | $21/passenger |
| UMU - Umuarama | 721 km | $10,720 | $21/passenger |
| MGF - Maringa | 729 km | $10,839 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your POA 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 POA
- 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 Porto Alegre
Porto Alegre 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 POA
Traveling through Porto Alegre 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 POA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Salgado Filho Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from POA
- 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 POA are CXJ, CCM, PET — consider these for potentially lower fares