PUG - Port Augusta Airport
Argyle, Australia
IATA Code: PUG · Argyle, Australia
The airport code PUG is the IATA identifier for Port Augusta Airport. You may also find it referred to as Argyle Airport (PUG).
Port Augusta Airport (PUG) serves Argyle, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PUG is the IATA airport code for Port Augusta Airport, located in Argyle, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 32.5069°S, 137.7170°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
- PUG
- City
- Argyle
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Adelaide
- Latitude
- -32.5069°
- Longitude
- 137.7170°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PUG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| WYA - Whyalla | 64 km | $923 | $2/passenger |
| PPI - | 85 km | $1,226 | $2/passenger |
| UMR - Woomera | 174 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| CVC - | 175 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| LGH - Leigh Creek | 223 km | $3,216 | $6/passenger |
| OLP - Olympic Dam | 239 km | $3,446 | $7/passenger |
| ADL - Adelaide | 281 km | $4,052 | $8/passenger |
| PLO - Port Lincoln | 289 km | $4,167 | $8/passenger |
| RMK - Renmark | 333 km | $4,802 | $10/passenger |
| KGC - Kingscote | 357 km | $5,148 | $10/passenger |
| BHQ - Broken Hill | 358 km | $5,162 | $10/passenger |
| PEA - Penneshaw | 362 km | $5,220 | $10/passenger |
| PXH - Prominent Hill | 374 km | $5,393 | $11/passenger |
| CED - Ceduna | 379 km | $5,465 | $11/passenger |
| DLK - Dulkaninna | 395 km | $5,696 | $11/passenger |
| MQL - Mildura | 449 km | $6,475 | $13/passenger |
| CPD - Coober Pedy | 480 km | $6,922 | $14/passenger |
| TYB - | 535 km | $7,715 | $15/passenger |
| WIO - Wilcannia | 544 km | $7,844 | $16/passenger |
| MOO - Moomba | 545 km | $7,859 | $16/passenger |
| HTU - | 557 km | $8,032 | $16/passenger |
| KYI - Yalata | 567 km | $8,176 | $16/passenger |
| NAC - Naracoorte | 569 km | $8,205 | $16/passenger |
| BZD - | 592 km | $8,537 | $17/passenger |
| WKB - | 605 km | $8,724 | $17/passenger |
| HSM - Horsham | 617 km | $8,897 | $18/passenger |
| SWH - Swan Hill | 624 km | $8,998 | $18/passenger |
| MGB - Mount Gambier | 646 km | $9,315 | $19/passenger |
| KRA - | 677 km | $9,762 | $20/passenger |
| SWC - | 684 km | $9,863 | $20/passenger |
| BBL - Ballera | 691 km | $9,964 | $20/passenger |
| HLT - Hamilton | 695 km | $10,022 | $20/passenger |
| HXX - | 697 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| ARY - | 718 km | $10,354 | $21/passenger |
| PTJ - Portland | 730 km | $10,527 | $21/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 747 km | $10,772 | $22/passenger |
| BVI - Birdsville | 752 km | $10,844 | $22/passenger |
| ECH - | 763 km | $11,002 | $22/passenger |
| BXG - Bendigo | 766 km | $11,046 | $22/passenger |
| CAZ - Cobar | 769 km | $11,089 | $22/passenger |
| XTG - Thargomindah | 771 km | $11,118 | $22/passenger |
| WMB - Warrnambool | 773 km | $11,147 | $22/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 799 km | $11,522 | $23/passenger |
| SHT - Shepparton | 827 km | $11,925 | $24/passenger |
| FIK - Finke | 827 km | $11,925 | $24/passenger |
| BRK - Bourke | 829 km | $11,954 | $24/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 850 km | $12,257 | $25/passenger |
| MEL - Melbourne | 866 km | $12,488 | $25/passenger |
| AVV - Avalon | 868 km | $12,517 | $25/passenger |
| MEB - Melbourne | 874 km | $12,603 | $25/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PUG 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 PUG
- 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 Argyle
Argyle 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 PUG
Located in the Oceania region, PUG 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 PUG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Port Augusta Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PUG
- 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 PUG are WYA, PPI, UMR — consider these for potentially lower fares