PYK - Payam International Airport
Karaj, Iran
IATA Code: PYK · Karaj, Iran
The airport code PYK is the IATA identifier for Payam International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Karaj Airport (PYK).
Payam International Airport (PYK) serves Karaj, Iran, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PYK is the IATA airport code for Payam International Airport, located in Karaj, Iran. The airport is situated at coordinates 35.7761°N, 50.8267°E. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PYK
- City
- Karaj
- Country
- Iran
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 35.7761°
- Longitude
- 50.8267°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PYK
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| THR - Teheran | 45 km | $656 | $1/passenger |
| IKA - Tehran | 50 km | $729 | $1/passenger |
| GZW - Ghazvin | 87 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| NSH - Noshahr | 114 km | $1,663 | $3/passenger |
| RZR - Ramsar | 127 km | $1,853 | $4/passenger |
| RAS - Rasht | 203 km | $2,961 | $6/passenger |
| AJK - Arak | 203 km | $2,961 | $6/passenger |
| KKS - Kashan | 220 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| HDM - Hamadan | 230 km | $3,355 | $7/passenger |
| SRY - Dasht-e-naz | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 247 km | $3,603 | $7/passenger |
| IFH - Daran | 324 km | $4,727 | $9/passenger |
| GBT - Gorgan | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| KHD - Khorram Abad | 349 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| IFN - Esfahan | 350 km | $5,106 | $10/passenger |
| SDG - Sanandaj | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
| ADU - Ardabil | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| KSH - Bakhtaran | 370 km | $5,398 | $11/passenger |
| LLK - Lankaran | 375 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| CQD - Shahre Kord | 387 km | $5,646 | $11/passenger |
| RUD - Emam Shahr | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| DEF - Dezful | 434 km | $6,331 | $13/passenger |
| KLM - Kalaleh | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 455 km | $6,638 | $13/passenger |
| IIL - Ilam | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| TBZ - Tabriz | 485 km | $7,075 | $14/passenger |
| ISU - Sulaymaniyah | 498 km | $7,265 | $15/passenger |
| PFQ - Parsabad | 498 km | $7,265 | $15/passenger |
| KRW - Krasnovodsk | 514 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| GYD - Baku | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| AWZ - Ahwaz | 529 km | $7,717 | $15/passenger |
| ZXT - Baku | 530 km | $7,732 | $15/passenger |
| AZD - Yazd | 535 km | $7,805 | $16/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 555 km | $8,096 | $16/passenger |
| OMI - Omidyeh | 562 km | $8,198 | $16/passenger |
| YES - Yasuj | 568 km | $8,286 | $17/passenger |
| AKW - Aghajari | 570 km | $8,315 | $17/passenger |
| KIK - Kirkuk | 586 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| KHY - Khoy | 597 km | $8,709 | $17/passenger |
| MRX - Bandar Mahshahr | 601 km | $8,767 | $18/passenger |
| TCX - Tabas | 602 km | $8,782 | $18/passenger |
| GCH - Gachsaran | 605 km | $8,826 | $18/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 607 km | $8,855 | $18/passenger |
| BJB - Bojnourd | 609 km | $8,884 | $18/passenger |
| AFZ - Sabzevar | 611 km | $8,913 | $18/passenger |
| EBL - Erbil | 619 km | $9,030 | $18/passenger |
| YKO - Hakkari | 620 km | $9,045 | $18/passenger |
| XQC - Al Bakr | 624 km | $9,103 | $18/passenger |
| GBB - Qabala | 624 km | $9,103 | $18/passenger |
| ABD - Abadan | 648 km | $9,453 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PYK 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 PYK
- 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 Karaj
Karaj 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 PYK
PYK provides air connectivity for Karaj, Iran. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via PYK
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Payam International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PYK
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PYK are THR, IKA, GZW — consider these for potentially lower fares