PRI - Praslin Airport
Praslin, Seychelles
IATA Code: PRI · Praslin, Seychelles
The airport code PRI is the IATA identifier for Praslin Airport. You may also find it referred to as Praslin Airport (PRI).
Praslin Airport (PRI) serves Praslin, Seychelles, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PRI is the IATA airport code for Praslin Airport, located in Praslin, Seychelles. The airport is situated at coordinates 4.3193°S, 55.6914°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PRI
- City
- Praslin
- Country
- Seychelles
- Timezone
- Indian/Mahe
- Latitude
- -4.3193°
- Longitude
- 55.6914°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PRI
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEZ - Mahe | 44 km | $685 | $1/passenger |
| BDI - Bird Island | 85 km | $1,323 | $3/passenger |
| DES - Desroches | 273 km | $4,250 | $9/passenger |
| DIE - Antsiranana | 1,137 km | $17,701 | $35/passenger |
| VOH - Vohemar | 1,185 km | $18,448 | $37/passenger |
| AMB - Ambilobe | 1,231 km | $19,164 | $38/passenger |
| SVB - Sambava | 1,262 km | $19,647 | $39/passenger |
| IVA - Ampampamena | 1,280 km | $19,927 | $40/passenger |
| NOS - Nosy-be | 1,287 km | $20,036 | $40/passenger |
| ANM - Antalaha | 1,325 km | $20,628 | $41/passenger |
| ZWA - Andapa | 1,327 km | $20,659 | $41/passenger |
| MGQ - Mogadishu | 1,352 km | $21,048 | $42/passenger |
| WMN - Maroantsetra | 1,400 km | $21,795 | $44/passenger |
| HVA - Analalava | 1,438 km | $22,387 | $45/passenger |
| WAI - Antsohihy | 1,447 km | $22,527 | $45/passenger |
| WMR - Mananara | 1,467 km | $22,838 | $46/passenger |
| DZA - Dzaoudzi | 1,483 km | $23,087 | $46/passenger |
| WMA - Mandritsara | 1,483 km | $23,087 | $46/passenger |
| AJN - Anjouan | 1,513 km | $23,554 | $47/passenger |
| WPB - Port Bergé | 1,532 km | $23,850 | $48/passenger |
| KMU - Kismayu | 1,534 km | $23,881 | $48/passenger |
| GLK - Galcaio | 1,536 km | $23,912 | $48/passenger |
| SMS - Sainte Marie | 1,558 km | $24,255 | $49/passenger |
| BIB - Baidoa | 1,574 km | $24,504 | $49/passenger |
| WMP - Mampikony | 1,575 km | $24,520 | $49/passenger |
| NWA - Moheli | 1,583 km | $24,644 | $49/passenger |
| HAH - Moroni | 1,585 km | $24,675 | $49/passenger |
| YVA - Moroni | 1,597 km | $24,862 | $50/passenger |
| MJN - Mahajanga | 1,623 km | $25,267 | $51/passenger |
| LAU - Lamu | 1,656 km | $25,781 | $52/passenger |
| TMM - Toamasina | 1,680 km | $26,154 | $52/passenger |
| WAM - Ambatondrazaka | 1,694 km | $26,372 | $53/passenger |
| DWB - Soalala | 1,729 km | $26,917 | $54/passenger |
| MYD - Malindi | 1,734 km | $26,995 | $54/passenger |
| PMA - Pemba | 1,763 km | $27,446 | $55/passenger |
| GDE - Gode | 1,763 km | $27,446 | $55/passenger |
| ABK - Kabri Dehar | 1,767 km | $27,509 | $55/passenger |
| HOA - Hola | 1,769 km | $27,540 | $55/passenger |
| MBA - Mombasa | 1,785 km | $27,789 | $56/passenger |
| UKA - Ukunda | 1,787 km | $27,820 | $56/passenger |
| MRU - Plaisance | 1,804 km | $28,085 | $56/passenger |
| MFA - Mafia Island | 1,816 km | $28,271 | $57/passenger |
| GAS - Garissa | 1,833 km | $28,536 | $57/passenger |
| ZNZ - Zanzibar | 1,835 km | $28,567 | $57/passenger |
| MYW - Mtwara | 1,836 km | $28,583 | $57/passenger |
| TNR - Antananarivo | 1,840 km | $28,645 | $57/passenger |
| RUN - St.-denis | 1,842 km | $28,676 | $57/passenger |
| TGT - Tanga | 1,844 km | $28,707 | $57/passenger |
| BPY - Besalampy | 1,845 km | $28,723 | $57/passenger |
| DAR - Dar Es Salaam | 1,847 km | $28,754 | $58/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PRI 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 PRI
- 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 Praslin
Praslin 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 PRI
PRI provides air connectivity for Praslin, Seychelles. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via PRI
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Praslin Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PRI
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PRI are SEZ, BDI, DES — consider these for potentially lower fares