RTM - Rotterdam The Hague Airport
Rotterdam, Netherlands
IATA Code: RTM · Rotterdam, Netherlands
The airport code RTM is the IATA identifier for Rotterdam The Hague Airport. You may also find it referred to as Rotterdam Airport (RTM).
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) serves Rotterdam, Netherlands, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
RTM is the IATA airport code for Rotterdam The Hague Airport, located in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The airport is situated at coordinates 51.9569°N, 4.4372°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
- RTM
- City
- Rotterdam
- Country
- Netherlands
- Timezone
- Europe/Amsterdam
- Latitude
- 51.9569°
- Longitude
- 4.4372°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from RTM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LID - Valkenburg | 23 km | $355 | $1/passenger |
| AMS - Amsterdam | 45 km | $694 | $1/passenger |
| GLZ - Gilze-rijen | 55 km | $849 | $2/passenger |
| WOE - Woensdrecht | 57 km | $879 | $2/passenger |
| UTC - Soesterberg | 60 km | $926 | $2/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 85 km | $1,311 | $3/passenger |
| EIN - Eindhoven | 86 km | $1,327 | $3/passenger |
| LEY - Lelystad | 93 km | $1,435 | $3/passenger |
| DHR - De Kooy | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 117 km | $1,805 | $4/passenger |
| NRN - Weeze | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| OST - Ostend | 138 km | $2,129 | $4/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| KJK - Kortrijk-vevelgem | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 157 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| MGL - Moenchengladbach | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| CRL - Charleroi | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| LWR - Leeuwarden | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| ENS - Enschede | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| DUS - Duesseldorf | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| LIL - Lille | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| ESS - Essen | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| XME - Maubeuge | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| GRQ - Groningen | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| XVS - Valenciennes | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| HZB - Merville | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| CQF - Calais | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| FMO - Munster | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| CGN - Cologne | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| DTM - Dortmund | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| MSE - Manston | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| NWI - Norwich | 229 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| BNJ - Sankt-Augustin | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| BMK - Borkum | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| EME - Emden | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| BEQ - Honington | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| LYM - Lympne | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| JUI - Juist | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| SEN - Southend | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| NOD - Norden | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| GUT - Guetersloh | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| LYX - Lydd | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| LKZ - Lakenheath | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
| BBJ - Birburg | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your RTM 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 RTM
- 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 Rotterdam
Rotterdam 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 RTM
As a European airport, RTM 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 RTM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Rotterdam The Hague Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from RTM
- 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 RTM are LID, AMS, GLZ — consider these for potentially lower fares