RGA - Hermes Quijada International Airport
Rio Grande, Argentina
IATA Code: RGA · Rio Grande, Argentina
The airport code RGA is the IATA identifier for Hermes Quijada International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Rio Grande Airport (RGA).
Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) serves Rio Grande, Argentina, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
RGA is the IATA airport code for Hermes Quijada International Airport, located in Rio Grande, Argentina. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.7777°S, 67.7494°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- RGA
- City
- Rio Grande
- Country
- Argentina
- Timezone
- America/Argentina/Ushuaia
- Latitude
- -53.7777°
- Longitude
- -67.7494°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from RGA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| USH - Ushuaia | 124 km | $1,844 | $4/passenger |
| WPU - Puerto Williams | 128 km | $1,903 | $4/passenger |
| WPR - Porvenir | 180 km | $2,676 | $5/passenger |
| PUQ - Punta Arenas | 223 km | $3,316 | $7/passenger |
| RGL - Rio Gallegos | 263 km | $3,910 | $8/passenger |
| PNT - Puerto Natales | 398 km | $5,917 | $12/passenger |
| RZA - Santa Cruz | 422 km | $6,274 | $13/passenger |
| FTE - El Calafate | 488 km | $7,256 | $15/passenger |
| ING - El Calafate | 491 km | $7,300 | $15/passenger |
| ULA - San Julian | 497 km | $7,389 | $15/passenger |
| GGS - Gobernador Gregores | 580 km | $8,623 | $17/passenger |
| MPN - Mount Pleasant | 661 km | $9,828 | $20/passenger |
| PUD - Puerto Deseado | 684 km | $10,170 | $20/passenger |
| PSY - Stanley | 710 km | $10,556 | $21/passenger |
| LHS - Las Heras | 810 km | $12,043 | $24/passenger |
| PMQ - Perito Moreno | 837 km | $12,445 | $25/passenger |
| CCH - Chile Chico | 847 km | $12,593 | $25/passenger |
| CRD - Comodoro Rivadavia | 889 km | $13,218 | $26/passenger |
| BBA - Balmaceda | 918 km | $13,649 | $27/passenger |
| GXQ - Coyhaique | 962 km | $14,303 | $29/passenger |
| ARR - Alto Rio Senguer | 999 km | $14,853 | $30/passenger |
| TNM - Isla Rey Jorge | 1,067 km | $15,864 | $32/passenger |
| JSM - Jose de San Martin | 1,100 km | $16,355 | $33/passenger |
| REL - Trelew | 1,189 km | $17,678 | $35/passenger |
| FFU - Futaleufu | 1,215 km | $18,065 | $36/passenger |
| EQS - Esquel | 1,234 km | $18,347 | $37/passenger |
| PMY - Puerto Madryn | 1,241 km | $18,451 | $37/passenger |
| WCH - Chaiten | 1,259 km | $18,719 | $37/passenger |
| EHL - El Bolson | 1,345 km | $19,997 | $40/passenger |
| MHC - Castro | 1,346 km | $20,012 | $40/passenger |
| SGV - Sierra Grande | 1,367 km | $20,325 | $41/passenger |
| IGB - Ingeniero Jacobacci | 1,392 km | $20,696 | $41/passenger |
| BRC - San Carlos De Bariloche | 1,427 km | $21,217 | $42/passenger |
| PMC - Puerto Montt | 1,428 km | $21,232 | $42/passenger |
| OES - San Antonio Oeste | 1,463 km | $21,752 | $44/passenger |
| VDM - Viedma | 1,478 km | $21,975 | $44/passenger |
| ZOS - Osorno | 1,517 km | $22,555 | $45/passenger |
| CPC - San Martin Des Andes | 1,545 km | $22,971 | $46/passenger |
| ZAL - Valdivia | 1,622 km | $24,116 | $48/passenger |
| ZPC - Pucon | 1,641 km | $24,398 | $49/passenger |
| GNR - Fuerte Gral Roca | 1,643 km | $24,428 | $49/passenger |
| NQN - Neuquen | 1,649 km | $24,517 | $49/passenger |
| CUT - Cutralco | 1,654 km | $24,592 | $49/passenger |
| APZ - ZAPALA | 1,656 km | $24,621 | $49/passenger |
| ZCO - Temuco | 1,693 km | $25,172 | $50/passenger |
| PZS - Temuco | 1,710 km | $25,424 | $51/passenger |
| BHI - Bahia Blanca | 1,727 km | $25,677 | $51/passenger |
| ZIC - Victoria | 1,762 km | $26,197 | $52/passenger |
| OYO - Tres Arroyos | 1,802 km | $26,792 | $54/passenger |
| RDS - Rincon de los Sauces | 1,824 km | $27,119 | $54/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your RGA 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 Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/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 RGA
- 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 Rio Grande
Rio Grande 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 RGA
Traveling through Rio Grande in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via RGA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Hermes Quijada International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from RGA
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to RGA are USH, WPU, WPR — consider these for potentially lower fares