RQW - Qayyarah West Airport
Qayyarah, Iraq
IATA Code: RQW · Qayyarah, Iraq
The airport code RQW is the IATA identifier for Qayyarah West Airport. You may also find it referred to as Qayyarah Airport (RQW).
Qayyarah West Airport (RQW) serves Qayyarah, Iraq, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
RQW is the IATA airport code for Qayyarah West Airport, located in Qayyarah, Iraq. The airport is situated at coordinates 35.7672°N, 43.1251°E. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- RQW
- City
- Qayyarah
- Country
- Iraq
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 35.7672°
- Longitude
- 43.1251°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from RQW
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSM - Mosul | 60 km | $875 | $2/passenger |
| EBL - Erbil | 92 km | $1,342 | $3/passenger |
| KIK - Kirkuk | 115 km | $1,678 | $3/passenger |
| ISU - Sulaymaniyah | 199 km | $2,903 | $6/passenger |
| NKT - Cizre | 202 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| KAC - Kamishly | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| YKO - Hakkari | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| IQA - Al Asad | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| XQC - Al Bakr | 232 km | $3,384 | $7/passenger |
| SXZ - Siirt | 271 km | $3,953 | $8/passenger |
| DEZ - Deire Zor | 272 km | $3,968 | $8/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 273 km | $3,983 | $8/passenger |
| TQD - Al Taqaddum | 274 km | $3,997 | $8/passenger |
| MQM - Mardin | 275 km | $4,012 | $8/passenger |
| BGW - Baghdad | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| BAL - Batman | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| VAN - Van | 301 km | $4,391 | $9/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 321 km | $4,683 | $9/passenger |
| KHY - Khoy | 338 km | $4,931 | $10/passenger |
| DIY - Diyabakir | 352 km | $5,135 | $10/passenger |
| SDG - Sanandaj | 356 km | $5,193 | $10/passenger |
| MSR - Mus | 356 km | $5,193 | $10/passenger |
| TBZ - Tabriz | 382 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
| IIL - Ilam | 386 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| KSH - Bakhtaran | 400 km | $5,835 | $12/passenger |
| SFQ - Sanliurfa | 410 km | $5,981 | $12/passenger |
| BGG - Bingol | 410 km | $5,981 | $12/passenger |
| GNY - Sanliurfa | 421 km | $6,142 | $12/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 432 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 433 km | $6,317 | $13/passenger |
| NJF - Najaf | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| PMS - Palmyra | 457 km | $6,667 | $13/passenger |
| EZS - Elazig | 464 km | $6,769 | $14/passenger |
| ADF - Adiyaman | 469 km | $6,842 | $14/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 473 km | $6,900 | $14/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 482 km | $7,031 | $14/passenger |
| ERZ - Erzurum | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 500 km | $7,294 | $15/passenger |
| HDM - Hamadan | 502 km | $7,323 | $15/passenger |
| GZT - Gaziantep | 522 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| ALP - Aleppo | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| KSY - Kars | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| MLX - Malatya | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| KHD - Khorram Abad | 538 km | $7,848 | $16/passenger |
| ERC - Erzincan | 541 km | $7,892 | $16/passenger |
| ADU - Ardabil | 550 km | $8,023 | $16/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 558 km | $8,140 | $16/passenger |
| RAE - Arar | 571 km | $8,330 | $17/passenger |
| KCM - Kahramanmaras | 585 km | $8,534 | $17/passenger |
| PFQ - Parsabad | 597 km | $8,709 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your RQW 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 RQW
- 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 Qayyarah
Qayyarah 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 RQW
RQW provides air connectivity for Qayyarah, Iraq. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via RQW
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Qayyarah West Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from RQW
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to RQW are OSM, EBL, KIK — consider these for potentially lower fares