PQQ - Port Macquarie Airport
Port Macquarie, Australia
IATA Code: PQQ · Port Macquarie, Australia
The airport code PQQ is the IATA identifier for Port Macquarie Airport. You may also find it referred to as Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ).
Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) serves Port Macquarie, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PQQ is the IATA airport code for Port Macquarie Airport, located in Port Macquarie, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.4358°S, 152.8630°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
- PQQ
- City
- Port Macquarie
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Latitude
- -31.4358°
- Longitude
- 152.8630°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PQQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPS - | 41 km | $591 | $1/passenger |
| TRO - Taree | 60 km | $865 | $2/passenger |
| CFS - Coff'''s Harbour | 126 km | $1,817 | $4/passenger |
| ARM - Armidale | 156 km | $2,250 | $5/passenger |
| NTL - Newcastle | 180 km | $2,596 | $5/passenger |
| GFN - Grafton | 187 km | $2,697 | $5/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 191 km | $2,754 | $6/passenger |
| TMW - Tamworth | 196 km | $2,826 | $6/passenger |
| NSO - Scone | 203 km | $2,927 | $6/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 208 km | $2,999 | $6/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 214 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| GLI - Glen Innes | 226 km | $3,259 | $7/passenger |
| IVR - Inverell | 238 km | $3,432 | $7/passenger |
| GUH - | 254 km | $3,663 | $7/passenger |
| LSY - Lismore | 292 km | $4,211 | $8/passenger |
| BNK - Ballina Byron Bay | 297 km | $4,283 | $9/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 310 km | $4,470 | $9/passenger |
| NAA - Narrabri | 315 km | $4,542 | $9/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 321 km | $4,629 | $9/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 328 km | $4,730 | $9/passenger |
| DGE - Mudgee | 331 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 342 km | $4,932 | $10/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 354 km | $5,105 | $10/passenger |
| MRZ - Moree | 361 km | $5,206 | $10/passenger |
| OOL - Coolangatta | 369 km | $5,321 | $11/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 373 km | $5,379 | $11/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 398 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| GOO - Goondiwindi | 406 km | $5,855 | $12/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 412 km | $5,941 | $12/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 414 km | $5,970 | $12/passenger |
| ACF - Brisbane | 430 km | $6,201 | $12/passenger |
| CNB - Coonamble | 430 km | $6,201 | $12/passenger |
| TWB - Toowoomba | 442 km | $6,374 | $13/passenger |
| WTB - Toowoomba | 443 km | $6,388 | $13/passenger |
| NOA - Nowra | 447 km | $6,446 | $13/passenger |
| QRM - | 447 km | $6,446 | $13/passenger |
| BNE - Brisbane | 451 km | $6,503 | $13/passenger |
| OKY - Oakey | 461 km | $6,648 | $13/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 474 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| GUL - Goulburn | 475 km | $6,850 | $14/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 477 km | $6,878 | $14/passenger |
| WGE - Walgett | 479 km | $6,907 | $14/passenger |
| QRR - | 480 km | $6,922 | $14/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 510 km | $7,354 | $15/passenger |
| CUD - Caloundra | 516 km | $7,441 | $15/passenger |
| LHG - Lightning Ridge | 517 km | $7,455 | $15/passenger |
| NGA - | 533 km | $7,686 | $15/passenger |
| MCY - Maroochydore | 538 km | $7,758 | $16/passenger |
| DRN - | 548 km | $7,902 | $16/passenger |
| CBR - Canberra | 549 km | $7,917 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PQQ 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 PQQ
- 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 Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie 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 PQQ
Located in the Oceania region, PQQ serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via PQQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Port Macquarie Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PQQ
- 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 PQQ are KPS, TRO, CFS — consider these for potentially lower fares