PUF - Pau Pyrénées Airport
Pau, France
IATA Code: PUF · Pau, France
The airport code PUF is the IATA identifier for Pau Pyrénées Airport. You may also find it referred to as Pau Airport (PUF).
Pau Pyrénées Airport (PUF) serves Pau, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PUF is the IATA airport code for Pau Pyrénées Airport, located in Pau, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.3800°N, 0.4186°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PUF
- City
- Pau
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 43.3800°
- Longitude
- -0.4186°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PUF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LDE - Tarbes | 40 km | $617 | $1/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 121 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 161 km | $2,484 | $5/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| VIT - Vitoria | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 197 km | $3,039 | $6/passenger |
| ILD - Lleida | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| BIO - Bilbao | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| SDR - Santander | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| PGF - Perpignan | 277 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| REU - Reus | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| RGS - Burgos | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| QSA - Sabadell | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| GRO - Gerona | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| BCN - Barcelona | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 326 km | $5,030 | $10/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 340 km | $5,246 | $10/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| CDT - Castellón de la Plana | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 361 km | $5,570 | $11/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 377 km | $5,816 | $12/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 383 km | $5,909 | $12/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 392 km | $6,048 | $12/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 402 km | $6,202 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PUF 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 Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/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 PUF
- 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 Pau
Pau experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through PUF
As a European airport, PUF falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via PUF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Pau Pyrénées Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PUF
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PUF are LDE, BIQ, EAS — consider these for potentially lower fares