QLS - Lausanne-Blécherette Airport
Lausanne, Switzerland
IATA Code: QLS · Lausanne, Switzerland
The airport code QLS is the IATA identifier for Lausanne-Blécherette Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lausanne Airport (QLS).
Lausanne-Blécherette Airport (QLS) serves Lausanne, Switzerland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
QLS is the IATA airport code for Lausanne-Blécherette Airport, located in Lausanne, Switzerland. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.5453°N, 6.6167°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
- QLS
- City
- Lausanne
- Country
- Switzerland
- Timezone
- Europe/Zurich
- Latitude
- 46.5453°
- Longitude
- 6.6167°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from QLS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| QNJ - Annemasse | 48 km | $741 | $1/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 50 km | $771 | $2/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 52 km | $802 | $2/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 65 km | $1,003 | $2/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 79 km | $1,219 | $2/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 79 km | $1,219 | $2/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 81 km | $1,250 | $3/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 93 km | $1,435 | $3/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 107 km | $1,651 | $3/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 116 km | $1,790 | $4/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 142 km | $2,191 | $4/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 165 km | $2,546 | $5/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 170 km | $2,623 | $5/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| CUF - Cuneo | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 257 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 277 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your QLS 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 QLS
- 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 Lausanne
Lausanne 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 QLS
As a European airport, QLS 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 QLS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lausanne-Blécherette Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from QLS
- 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 QLS are QNJ, QNC, GVA — consider these for potentially lower fares