POO - Poços de Caldas - Embaixador Walther Moreira Salles Airport
Pocos De Caldas, Brazil
IATA Code: POO · Pocos De Caldas, Brazil
The airport code POO is the IATA identifier for Poços de Caldas - Embaixador Walther Moreira Salles Airport. You may also find it referred to as Pocos De Caldas Airport (POO).
Poços de Caldas - Embaixador Walther Moreira Salles Airport (POO) serves Pocos De Caldas, Brazil, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
POO is the IATA airport code for Poços de Caldas - Embaixador Walther Moreira Salles Airport, located in Pocos De Caldas, Brazil. The airport is situated at coordinates 21.8430°S, 46.5679°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
- POO
- City
- Pocos De Caldas
- Country
- Brazil
- Timezone
- America/Sao_Paulo
- Latitude
- -21.8430°
- Longitude
- -46.5679°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from POO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| QPS - Piracununga | 81 km | $1,204 | $2/passenger |
| PPY - Pouso Alegre | 83 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| VAG - Varginha | 117 km | $1,740 | $3/passenger |
| CPQ - Campinas | 126 km | $1,873 | $4/passenger |
| BJP - Braganca Paulista | 126 km | $1,873 | $4/passenger |
| QSC - Sao Carlos | 138 km | $2,052 | $4/passenger |
| VCP - Campinas | 142 km | $2,111 | $4/passenger |
| RAO - Ribeirao Preto | 148 km | $2,200 | $4/passenger |
| AQA - Araracuara | 162 km | $2,409 | $5/passenger |
| FRC - Franca | 163 km | $2,423 | $5/passenger |
| SJK - Sao Jose Dos Campos | 170 km | $2,528 | $5/passenger |
| QHP - Taubaté | 171 km | $2,542 | $5/passenger |
| GUJ - Guaratingueta | 175 km | $2,602 | $5/passenger |
| GRU - Sao Paulo | 177 km | $2,632 | $5/passenger |
| CGH - Sao Paulo | 198 km | $2,944 | $6/passenger |
| SOD - Sorocaba | 205 km | $3,048 | $6/passenger |
| REZ - Resende | 226 km | $3,360 | $7/passenger |
| QCJ - Botucatu | 230 km | $3,420 | $7/passenger |
| SSZ - Santos | 233 km | $3,464 | $7/passenger |
| UBT - Ubatuba | 235 km | $3,494 | $7/passenger |
| BAT - Barretos | 252 km | $3,747 | $7/passenger |
| DIQ - Divinopolis | 255 km | $3,791 | $8/passenger |
| AAX - Araxa | 257 km | $3,821 | $8/passenger |
| JTC - Bauru | 258 km | $3,836 | $8/passenger |
| BAU - Bauru | 262 km | $3,895 | $8/passenger |
| UBA - Uberaba | 273 km | $4,059 | $8/passenger |
| SJP - Sao Jose Do Rio Preto | 315 km | $4,683 | $9/passenger |
| SNZ - Rio De Janeiro | 317 km | $4,713 | $9/passenger |
| LIP - Lins | 327 km | $4,862 | $10/passenger |
| JDF - Juiz De Fora | 328 km | $4,877 | $10/passenger |
| QNV - Nova Iguacu | 335 km | $4,981 | $10/passenger |
| MII - Marília | 348 km | $5,174 | $10/passenger |
| PLU - Belo Horizonte | 351 km | $5,219 | $10/passenger |
| IZA - Juiz de Fora | 353 km | $5,248 | $10/passenger |
| POJ - Patos de Minas | 353 km | $5,248 | $10/passenger |
| GIG - Rio De Janeiro | 358 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| CNF - Belo Horizonte | 366 km | $5,442 | $11/passenger |
| SDU - Rio De Janeiro | 370 km | $5,501 | $11/passenger |
| UDI - Uberlandia | 372 km | $5,531 | $11/passenger |
| ARU - Aracatuba | 407 km | $6,051 | $12/passenger |
| ITR - Itumbiara | 468 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| CFB - Cabo Frio | 477 km | $7,092 | $14/passenger |
| BFH - Curitiba | 480 km | $7,137 | $14/passenger |
| BZC - Buzios | 485 km | $7,211 | $14/passenger |
| CWB - Curitiba | 488 km | $7,256 | $15/passenger |
| ITP - Itaperuna | 490 km | $7,285 | $15/passenger |
| LDB - Londrina | 497 km | $7,389 | $15/passenger |
| MEA - Macaé | 498 km | $7,404 | $15/passenger |
| IPN - Ipatinga | 500 km | $7,434 | $15/passenger |
| TEC - Telemaco Borba | 500 km | $7,434 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your POO 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 POO
- 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 Pocos De Caldas
Pocos De Caldas 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 POO
Traveling through Pocos De Caldas 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 POO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Poços de Caldas - Embaixador Walther Moreira Salles Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from POO
- 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 POO are QPS, PPY, VAG — consider these for potentially lower fares