PZY - Piešťany Airport
Piestany, Slovakia
IATA Code: PZY · Piestany, Slovakia
The airport code PZY is the IATA identifier for Piešťany Airport. You may also find it referred to as Piestany Airport (PZY).
Piešťany Airport (PZY) serves Piestany, Slovakia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PZY is the IATA airport code for Piešťany Airport, located in Piestany, Slovakia. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.6252°N, 17.8284°E. 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
- PZY
- City
- Piestany
- Country
- Slovakia
- Timezone
- Europe/Bratislava
- Latitude
- 48.6252°
- Longitude
- 17.8284°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PZY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHE - Kunovice | 53 km | $818 | $2/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 68 km | $1,049 | $2/passenger |
| ILZ - Žilina | 89 km | $1,373 | $3/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 94 km | $1,450 | $3/passenger |
| SLD - Sliac | 96 km | $1,481 | $3/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 101 km | $1,558 | $3/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| OSR - Ostrava | 121 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| BUD - Budapest | 170 km | $2,623 | $5/passenger |
| TAT - Poprad | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| KRK - Krakow | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| SOB - Sármellék | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| KTW - Katowice | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| TZR - Columbus | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| KSC - Kosice | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| LNZ - Linz | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| WRO - Wroclaw | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| MBX - Maribor | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| PEV - Pécs-Pogány | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| VOD - Vodochody | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| UDJ - Uzhgorod | 326 km | $5,030 | $10/passenger |
| KLU - Klagenfurt | 342 km | $5,276 | $11/passenger |
| RZE - Rzeszow | 345 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| ZAG - Zagreb | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 352 km | $5,431 | $11/passenger |
| OSI - Osijek | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| LCJ - Lodz | 362 km | $5,585 | $11/passenger |
| LJU - Ljubljana | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| ARW - Arad | 375 km | $5,786 | $12/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| RBM - Straubing | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| RDO - RADOM | 391 km | $6,032 | $12/passenger |
| QND - Novi Sad | 391 km | $6,032 | $12/passenger |
| KLV - Karlovy Vary | 396 km | $6,109 | $12/passenger |
| DRS - Dresden | 403 km | $6,217 | $12/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| BNX - Banja Luka | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| IEG - Zielona Gora | 416 km | $6,418 | $13/passenger |
| POZ - Poznan | 428 km | $6,603 | $13/passenger |
| CBU - Cottbus | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| IES - Riesa | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| BJY - Batajnica | 450 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| WAW - Warsaw | 452 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PZY 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 PZY
- 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 Piestany
Piestany 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 PZY
As a European airport, PZY 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.
Planning Your Trip via PZY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Piešťany Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PZY
- 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 PZY are UHE, BTS, ILZ — consider these for potentially lower fares