PWQ - Pavlodar Airport
Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
IATA Code: PWQ · Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
The airport code PWQ is the IATA identifier for Pavlodar Airport. You may also find it referred to as Pavlodar Airport (PWQ).
Pavlodar Airport (PWQ) serves Pavlodar, Kazakhstan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PWQ is the IATA airport code for Pavlodar Airport, located in Pavlodar, Kazakhstan. The airport is situated at coordinates 52.1950°N, 77.0739°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
- PWQ
- City
- Pavlodar
- Country
- Kazakhstan
- Timezone
- Asia/Qyzylorda
- Latitude
- 52.1950°
- Longitude
- 77.0739°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PWQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| EKB - Ekibastuz | 144 km | $2,076 | $4/passenger |
| PLX - Semiplatinsk | 301 km | $4,340 | $9/passenger |
| KGF - Karaganda | 384 km | $5,537 | $11/passenger |
| OMS - Omsk | 396 km | $5,710 | $11/passenger |
| TSE - Tselinograd | 408 km | $5,883 | $12/passenger |
| UKK - Ust Kamenogorsk | 448 km | $6,460 | $13/passenger |
| BAX - Barnaul | 454 km | $6,547 | $13/passenger |
| OVB - Novosibirsk | 483 km | $6,965 | $14/passenger |
| KOV - Kokshetau | 519 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| PPK - Petropavlosk | 595 km | $8,580 | $17/passenger |
| RGK - Gorno-Altaysk | 599 km | $8,638 | $17/passenger |
| BXH - Balkhash | 608 km | $8,767 | $18/passenger |
| UZR - Urzhar | 656 km | $9,460 | $19/passenger |
| NOZ - Novokuznetsk | 680 km | $9,806 | $20/passenger |
| KEJ - Kemorovo | 685 km | $9,878 | $20/passenger |
| TOF - Tomsk | 703 km | $10,137 | $20/passenger |
| AYK - Arkalyk | 734 km | $10,584 | $21/passenger |
| TCG - Tacheng | 763 km | $11,002 | $22/passenger |
| KJI - Burqin | 832 km | $11,997 | $24/passenger |
| DZN - Zhezkazgan | 833 km | $12,012 | $24/passenger |
| KRO - Kurgan | 846 km | $12,199 | $24/passenger |
| BPL - Bole | 898 km | $12,949 | $26/passenger |
| KSN - Kostanay | 917 km | $13,223 | $26/passenger |
| AAT - Altay | 928 km | $13,382 | $27/passenger |
| TJM - Tyumen | 935 km | $13,483 | $27/passenger |
| KRY - Karamay | 943 km | $13,598 | $27/passenger |
| SWT - Strezhevoy | 947 km | $13,656 | $27/passenger |
| YIN - Yining | 969 km | $13,973 | $28/passenger |
| ABA - Abakan | 972 km | $14,016 | $28/passenger |
| ULG - Olgii | 973 km | $14,031 | $28/passenger |
| NJC - Nizhnevartovsk | 974 km | $14,045 | $28/passenger |
| ALA - Alma-ata | 983 km | $14,175 | $28/passenger |
| ACS - Achinsk | 985 km | $14,204 | $28/passenger |
| NFG - Nefteyugansk | 1,027 km | $14,809 | $30/passenger |
| FRU - Bishkek | 1,034 km | $14,910 | $30/passenger |
| SGC - Surgut | 1,041 km | $15,011 | $30/passenger |
| ULO - Ulaangom | 1,062 km | $15,314 | $31/passenger |
| IKU - Tamchy | 1,069 km | $15,415 | $31/passenger |
| CEK - Chelyabinsk | 1,078 km | $15,545 | $31/passenger |
| FYN - Fuyun | 1,078 km | $15,545 | $31/passenger |
| NLT - Xinyuan | 1,081 km | $15,588 | $31/passenger |
| KJA - Krasnoyarsk | 1,093 km | $15,761 | $32/passenger |
| HMA - Khanty-Mansiysk | 1,095 km | $15,790 | $32/passenger |
| RAT - Raduzhnyi | 1,108 km | $15,977 | $32/passenger |
| KGP - Kogalym | 1,122 km | $16,179 | $32/passenger |
| DMB - Dzhambul | 1,125 km | $16,223 | $32/passenger |
| HVD - Khovd | 1,138 km | $16,410 | $33/passenger |
| URJ - Uraj | 1,158 km | $16,698 | $33/passenger |
| SVX - Yekaterinburg | 1,163 km | $16,770 | $34/passenger |
| EIE - Yeniseysk | 1,176 km | $16,958 | $34/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PWQ 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 PWQ
- 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 Pavlodar
Pavlodar 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 PWQ
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, PWQ is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via PWQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Pavlodar Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PWQ
- 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 PWQ are EKB, PLX, KGF — consider these for potentially lower fares