QHP - Base de Aviação de Taubaté Airport
Taubaté, Brazil
IATA Code: QHP · Taubaté, Brazil
The airport code QHP is the IATA identifier for Base de Aviação de Taubaté Airport. You may also find it referred to as Taubaté Airport (QHP).
Base de Aviação de Taubaté Airport (QHP) serves Taubaté, Brazil, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
QHP is the IATA airport code for Base de Aviação de Taubaté Airport, located in Taubaté, Brazil. The airport is situated at coordinates 23.0401°S, 45.5160°W. 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
- QHP
- City
- Taubaté
- Country
- Brazil
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- -23.0401°
- Longitude
- -45.5160°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from QHP
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SJK - Sao Jose Dos Campos | 41 km | $598 | $1/passenger |
| GUJ - Guaratingueta | 42 km | $613 | $1/passenger |
| UBT - Ubatuba | 63 km | $919 | $2/passenger |
| PPY - Pouso Alegre | 93 km | $1,357 | $3/passenger |
| BJP - Braganca Paulista | 105 km | $1,532 | $3/passenger |
| GRU - Sao Paulo | 107 km | $1,561 | $3/passenger |
| REZ - Resende | 123 km | $1,794 | $4/passenger |
| SSZ - Santos | 127 km | $1,853 | $4/passenger |
| CGH - Sao Paulo | 133 km | $1,940 | $4/passenger |
| VAG - Varginha | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| CPQ - Campinas | 164 km | $2,392 | $5/passenger |
| VCP - Campinas | 166 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| POO - Pocos De Caldas | 171 km | $2,495 | $5/passenger |
| SNZ - Rio De Janeiro | 184 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| SOD - Sorocaba | 207 km | $3,020 | $6/passenger |
| QNV - Nova Iguacu | 213 km | $3,107 | $6/passenger |
| QPS - Piracununga | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| GIG - Rio De Janeiro | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| SDU - Rio De Janeiro | 241 km | $3,516 | $7/passenger |
| JDF - Juiz De Fora | 259 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| QSC - Sao Carlos | 277 km | $4,041 | $8/passenger |
| IZA - Juiz de Fora | 295 km | $4,303 | $9/passenger |
| AQA - Araracuara | 302 km | $4,406 | $9/passenger |
| QCJ - Botucatu | 302 km | $4,406 | $9/passenger |
| RAO - Ribeirao Preto | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| DIQ - Divinopolis | 325 km | $4,741 | $9/passenger |
| FRC - Franca | 334 km | $4,872 | $10/passenger |
| CFB - Cabo Frio | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| BZC - Buzios | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| BAU - Bauru | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| JTC - Bauru | 376 km | $5,485 | $11/passenger |
| PLU - Belo Horizonte | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| MEA - Macaé | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| CNF - Belo Horizonte | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| AAX - Araxa | 415 km | $6,054 | $12/passenger |
| BAT - Barretos | 419 km | $6,112 | $12/passenger |
| ITP - Itaperuna | 426 km | $6,214 | $12/passenger |
| UBA - Uberaba | 444 km | $6,477 | $13/passenger |
| CAW - Campos | 458 km | $6,681 | $13/passenger |
| BFH - Curitiba | 459 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| LIP - Lins | 460 km | $6,710 | $13/passenger |
| MII - Marília | 462 km | $6,740 | $13/passenger |
| CWB - Curitiba | 463 km | $6,754 | $14/passenger |
| SJP - Sao Jose Do Rio Preto | 471 km | $6,871 | $14/passenger |
| JOI - Joinville | 485 km | $7,075 | $14/passenger |
| POJ - Patos de Minas | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| IPN - Ipatinga | 506 km | $7,382 | $15/passenger |
| PGZ - Ponta Grossa | 527 km | $7,688 | $15/passenger |
| NVT - Navegantes | 531 km | $7,746 | $15/passenger |
| UDI - Uberlandia | 541 km | $7,892 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your QHP 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 QHP
- 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 Taubaté
Taubaté has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through QHP
QHP provides air connectivity for Taubaté, Brazil. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via QHP
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Base de Aviação de Taubaté Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from QHP
- 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 QHP are SJK, GUJ, UBT — consider these for potentially lower fares