QNC - Neuchatel Airport
Neuchatel, Switzerland
IATA Code: QNC · Neuchatel, Switzerland
The airport code QNC is the IATA identifier for Neuchatel Airport. You may also find it referred to as Neuchatel Airport (QNC).
Neuchatel Airport (QNC) serves Neuchatel, Switzerland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
QNC is the IATA airport code for Neuchatel Airport, located in Neuchatel, Switzerland. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.9575°N, 6.8647°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
- QNC
- City
- Neuchatel
- Country
- Switzerland
- Timezone
- Europe/Zurich
- Latitude
- 46.9575°
- Longitude
- 6.8647°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from QNC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRN - Bern | 48 km | $741 | $1/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 49 km | $756 | $2/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 50 km | $771 | $2/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 83 km | $1,281 | $3/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 86 km | $1,327 | $3/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 89 km | $1,373 | $3/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 99 km | $1,527 | $3/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 116 km | $1,790 | $4/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 133 km | $2,052 | $4/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 165 km | $2,546 | $5/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your QNC 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 QNC
- 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 Neuchatel
Neuchatel 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 QNC
As a European airport, QNC 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 QNC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Neuchatel Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from QNC
- 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 QNC are BRN, ZHI, QLS — consider these for potentially lower fares