PPE - Mar de Cortés International Airport
Punta Penasco, Mexico
IATA Code: PPE · Punta Penasco, Mexico
The airport code PPE is the IATA identifier for Mar de Cortés International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Punta Penasco Airport (PPE).
Mar de Cortés International Airport (PPE) serves Punta Penasco, Mexico, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PPE is the IATA airport code for Mar de Cortés International Airport, located in Punta Penasco, Mexico. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.3520°N, 113.3052°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
- PPE
- City
- Punta Penasco
- Country
- Mexico
- Timezone
- America/Hermosillo
- Latitude
- 31.3520°
- Longitude
- -113.3052°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PPE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SFH - San Filipe | 151 km | $2,245 | $4/passenger |
| YUM - Yuma | 190 km | $2,825 | $6/passenger |
| NOG - Nogales | 222 km | $3,301 | $7/passenger |
| MZJ - Marana | 227 km | $3,375 | $7/passenger |
| AVW - Tucson | 229 km | $3,405 | $7/passenger |
| CGZ - Casa Grande | 230 km | $3,420 | $7/passenger |
| MXL - Mexicali | 231 km | $3,435 | $7/passenger |
| OLS - Nogales | 233 km | $3,464 | $7/passenger |
| BXK - Buckeye | 237 km | $3,524 | $7/passenger |
| TUS - Tucson | 239 km | $3,553 | $7/passenger |
| DMA - Tucson | 246 km | $3,658 | $7/passenger |
| GYR - Goodyear | 246 km | $3,658 | $7/passenger |
| CXL - Calexico | 255 km | $3,791 | $8/passenger |
| LUF - Phoenix | 258 km | $3,836 | $8/passenger |
| PHX - Phoenix | 261 km | $3,881 | $8/passenger |
| AZA - Mesa | 267 km | $3,970 | $8/passenger |
| IPL - Imperial | 270 km | $4,014 | $8/passenger |
| NJK - El Centro | 277 km | $4,118 | $8/passenger |
| MSC - Mesa | 277 km | $4,118 | $8/passenger |
| FHU - Fort Huachuca | 282 km | $4,193 | $8/passenger |
| SCF - Scottsdale | 284 km | $4,223 | $8/passenger |
| DVT - Phoenix | 284 km | $4,223 | $8/passenger |
| BLH - Blythe | 285 km | $4,237 | $8/passenger |
| ESE - Ensenada | 316 km | $4,698 | $9/passenger |
| HMO - Hermosillo | 332 km | $4,936 | $10/passenger |
| DUG - Douglas | 351 km | $5,219 | $10/passenger |
| DGL - Douglas | 361 km | $5,367 | $11/passenger |
| TRM - Palm Springs | 368 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| TIJ - Tijuana | 370 km | $5,501 | $11/passenger |
| HII - Lake Havasu City | 371 km | $5,516 | $11/passenger |
| SDM - San Diego | 372 km | $5,531 | $11/passenger |
| PRC - Prescott | 376 km | $5,590 | $11/passenger |
| GUB - Guerrero Negro | 376 km | $5,590 | $11/passenger |
| SEE - El Cajon | 382 km | $5,680 | $11/passenger |
| SAD - Safford | 384 km | $5,709 | $11/passenger |
| UDD - Palm Springs | 385 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| SAN - San Diego | 397 km | $5,903 | $12/passenger |
| NZY - San Diego | 398 km | $5,917 | $12/passenger |
| NKX - Miramar | 399 km | $5,932 | $12/passenger |
| EED - Needles | 399 km | $5,932 | $12/passenger |
| PSP - Palm Springs | 407 km | $6,051 | $12/passenger |
| SDX - Sedona | 414 km | $6,155 | $12/passenger |
| CLD - Carlsbad | 423 km | $6,289 | $13/passenger |
| OCN - Fraser Island | 433 km | $6,438 | $13/passenger |
| RBK - Murrieta-Temecula | 435 km | $6,468 | $13/passenger |
| BNG - Banning | 438 km | $6,512 | $13/passenger |
| GYM - Guaymas | 441 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| SOW - Show Low | 447 km | $6,646 | $13/passenger |
| FLG - Flagstaff | 448 km | $6,661 | $13/passenger |
| RIV - Riverside | 465 km | $6,914 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PPE 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 PPE
- 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 Punta Penasco
Punta Penasco 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 PPE
Traveling through Punta Penasco 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 PPE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Mar de Cortés International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PPE
- 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 PPE are SFH, YUM, NOG — consider these for potentially lower fares