RAS - Sardar-e-Jangal Airport
Rasht, Iran
IATA Code: RAS · Rasht, Iran
The airport code RAS is the IATA identifier for Sardar-e-Jangal Airport. You may also find it referred to as Rasht Airport (RAS).
Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (RAS) serves Rasht, Iran, in the Middle East fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
RAS is the IATA airport code for Sardar-e-Jangal Airport, located in Rasht, Iran. The airport is situated at coordinates 37.3233°N, 49.6178°E. The current jet fuel price in the Middle East region is $4.90/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Middle East)
$4.90/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- RAS
- City
- Rasht
- Country
- Iran
- Timezone
- Asia/Tehran
- Latitude
- 37.3233°
- Longitude
- 49.6178°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Middle East
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from RAS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RZR - Ramsar | 105 km | $1,441 | $3/passenger |
| GZW - Ghazvin | 126 km | $1,729 | $3/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 127 km | $1,742 | $3/passenger |
| ADU - Ardabil | 153 km | $2,099 | $4/passenger |
| LLK - Lankaran | 173 km | $2,374 | $5/passenger |
| NSH - Noshahr | 180 km | $2,470 | $5/passenger |
| PYK - Karaj | 203 km | $2,785 | $6/passenger |
| THR - Teheran | 237 km | $3,252 | $7/passenger |
| IKA - Tehran | 253 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| HDM - Hamadan | 289 km | $3,965 | $8/passenger |
| PFQ - Parsabad | 295 km | $4,047 | $8/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 309 km | $4,239 | $8/passenger |
| TBZ - Tabriz | 311 km | $4,267 | $9/passenger |
| SRY - Dasht-e-naz | 327 km | $4,486 | $9/passenger |
| SDG - Sanandaj | 329 km | $4,514 | $9/passenger |
| GYD - Baku | 352 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| ZXT - Baku | 354 km | $4,857 | $10/passenger |
| AJK - Arak | 355 km | $4,871 | $10/passenger |
| KSH - Bakhtaran | 398 km | $5,461 | $11/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 403 km | $5,529 | $11/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 418 km | $5,735 | $11/passenger |
| KKS - Kashan | 420 km | $5,762 | $12/passenger |
| KRW - Krasnovodsk | 423 km | $5,804 | $12/passenger |
| GBB - Qabala | 423 km | $5,804 | $12/passenger |
| KHY - Khoy | 426 km | $5,845 | $12/passenger |
| GBT - Gorgan | 427 km | $5,858 | $12/passenger |
| ISU - Sulaymaniyah | 432 km | $5,927 | $12/passenger |
| KHD - Khorram Abad | 449 km | $6,160 | $12/passenger |
| KVD - Ganja | 475 km | $6,517 | $13/passenger |
| YKO - Hakkari | 476 km | $6,531 | $13/passenger |
| RUD - Emam Shahr | 498 km | $6,833 | $14/passenger |
| IIL - Ilam | 507 km | $6,956 | $14/passenger |
| KIK - Kirkuk | 515 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| KLM - Kalaleh | 516 km | $7,080 | $14/passenger |
| EBL - Erbil | 518 km | $7,107 | $14/passenger |
| IFH - Daran | 520 km | $7,134 | $14/passenger |
| ZTU - Zaqatala | 535 km | $7,340 | $15/passenger |
| IFN - Esfahan | 548 km | $7,519 | $15/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 551 km | $7,560 | $15/passenger |
| DEF - Dezful | 555 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| VAN - Van | 566 km | $7,766 | $16/passenger |
| CQD - Shahre Kord | 570 km | $7,820 | $16/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 579 km | $7,944 | $16/passenger |
| OSM - Mosul | 587 km | $8,054 | $16/passenger |
| RQW - Qayyarah | 605 km | $8,301 | $17/passenger |
| XQC - Al Bakr | 606 km | $8,314 | $17/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 626 km | $8,589 | $17/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 627 km | $8,602 | $17/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 629 km | $8,630 | $17/passenger |
| MCX - Makhachkala | 633 km | $8,685 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your RAS 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 Middle East region has jet fuel priced at $4.90/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 RAS
- 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 Rasht
Rasht 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 RAS
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, RAS is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via RAS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sardar-e-Jangal Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from RAS
- Fuel impact awareness: The Middle East region currently prices jet fuel at $4.90/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to RAS are RZR, GZW, JWN — consider these for potentially lower fares