QPA - Padova Airport
Padova, Italy
IATA Code: QPA · Padova, Italy
The airport code QPA is the IATA identifier for Padova Airport. You may also find it referred to as Padova Airport (QPA).
Padova Airport (QPA) serves Padova, Italy, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
QPA is the IATA airport code for Padova Airport, located in Padova, Italy. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.3958°N, 11.8479°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
- QPA
- City
- Padova
- Country
- Italy
- Timezone
- Europe/Rome
- Latitude
- 45.3958°
- Longitude
- 11.8479°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from QPA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIC - Vicenza | 32 km | $494 | $1/passenger |
| TSF - Treviso | 39 km | $602 | $1/passenger |
| VCE - Venice | 41 km | $633 | $1/passenger |
| VRN - Villafranca | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| AVB - Aviano | 92 km | $1,419 | $3/passenger |
| BLQ - Bologna | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| VBS - Brescia | 118 km | $1,821 | $4/passenger |
| BZO - Bolzano | 125 km | $1,929 | $4/passenger |
| FRL - Forli | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| TRS - Ronchi De Legionari | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| PMF - Parma | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| POW - Portoroz | 138 km | $2,129 | $4/passenger |
| RMI - Rimini | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 170 km | $2,623 | $5/passenger |
| PUY - Pula | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| FLR - Florence | 184 km | $2,839 | $6/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| QLP - Sarzana (SP) | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| INN - Innsbruck | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| RJK - Rijeka | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| LSZ - Mali Losinj | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| LJU - Ljubljana | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| PSA - Pisa | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| AOI - Ancona | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| KLU - Klagenfurt | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| SAY - Siena | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| GOA - Genoa | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| PEG - Perugia | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| GRS - Grosseto | 300 km | $4,628 | $9/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 310 km | $4,783 | $10/passenger |
| ZAD - Zadar | 311 km | $4,798 | $10/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 313 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| FEL - Fuerstenfeldbruck | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| EBA - Marina Di Campo | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| MBX - Maribor | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 328 km | $5,060 | $10/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 329 km | $5,076 | $10/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 329 km | $5,076 | $10/passenger |
| ALL - Albenga | 330 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| ZAG - Zagreb | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your QPA 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 QPA
- 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 Padova
Padova 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 QPA
As a European airport, QPA 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 QPA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Padova Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from QPA
- 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 QPA are VIC, TSF, VCE — consider these for potentially lower fares