RTS - Rottnest Island Airport
Rottnest Island, Australia
IATA Code: RTS · Rottnest Island, Australia
The airport code RTS is the IATA identifier for Rottnest Island Airport. You may also find it referred to as Rottnest Island Airport (RTS).
Rottnest Island Airport (RTS) serves Rottnest Island, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
RTS is the IATA airport code for Rottnest Island Airport, located in Rottnest Island, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 32.0067°S, 115.5400°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- RTS
- City
- Rottnest Island
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Perth
- Latitude
- -32.0067°
- Longitude
- 115.5400°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from RTS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAD - Perth | 34 km | $490 | $1/passenger |
| PER - Perth | 41 km | $591 | $1/passenger |
| BUY - Bunbury | 153 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| BQB - Brusselton | 187 km | $2,697 | $5/passenger |
| GET - Geraldton | 366 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| ALH - Albany | 388 km | $5,595 | $11/passenger |
| RVT - Ravensthorpe | 479 km | $6,907 | $14/passenger |
| MMG - Mount Magnet | 486 km | $7,008 | $14/passenger |
| KAX - Kalbarri | 495 km | $7,138 | $14/passenger |
| KGI - Kalgoorlie | 578 km | $8,335 | $17/passenger |
| EPR - Esperance | 616 km | $8,883 | $18/passenger |
| LNO - Leonora | 654 km | $9,431 | $19/passenger |
| MKR - Meekatharra | 667 km | $9,618 | $19/passenger |
| LER - Leinster | 679 km | $9,791 | $20/passenger |
| MJK - Shark Bay | 706 km | $10,181 | $20/passenger |
| WME - Mount Keith | 714 km | $10,296 | $21/passenger |
| WUN - Wiluna | 750 km | $10,815 | $22/passenger |
| LVO - Laverton | 761 km | $10,974 | $22/passenger |
| CVQ - Carnarvon | 813 km | $11,723 | $23/passenger |
| PBO - Paraburdoo | 1,006 km | $14,507 | $29/passenger |
| ZNE - Newman | 1,043 km | $15,040 | $30/passenger |
| CJF - Coondewanna | 1,056 km | $15,228 | $30/passenger |
| OCM - Brockman | 1,066 km | $15,372 | $31/passenger |
| LEA - Learmonth | 1,096 km | $15,804 | $32/passenger |
| BYP - Barimunya | 1,098 km | $15,833 | $32/passenger |
| SLJ - Solomon | 1,106 km | $15,949 | $32/passenger |
| KFE - Cloudbreak | 1,147 km | $16,540 | $33/passenger |
| ONS - Onslow | 1,150 km | $16,583 | $33/passenger |
| FOS - Forrest | 1,200 km | $17,304 | $35/passenger |
| BWB - Barrow Island | 1,239 km | $17,866 | $36/passenger |
| KTA - Karratha | 1,262 km | $18,198 | $36/passenger |
| TEF - Telfer | 1,322 km | $19,063 | $38/passenger |
| PHE - Port Hedland | 1,329 km | $19,164 | $38/passenger |
| KYI - Yalata | 1,540 km | $22,207 | $44/passenger |
| DKV - Docker River | 1,541 km | $22,221 | $44/passenger |
| AMT - Amata | 1,656 km | $23,880 | $48/passenger |
| AYQ - Uluru | 1,685 km | $24,298 | $49/passenger |
| BME - Broome | 1,702 km | $24,543 | $49/passenger |
| CED - Ceduna | 1,710 km | $24,658 | $49/passenger |
| NKB - Noonkanbah | 1,768 km | $25,495 | $51/passenger |
| KCS - Petermann | 1,803 km | $25,999 | $52/passenger |
| DCN - Derby | 1,807 km | $26,057 | $52/passenger |
| DRB - Derby | 1,821 km | $26,259 | $53/passenger |
| FIZ - Fitzroy Crossing | 1,836 km | $26,475 | $53/passenger |
| CPD - Coober Pedy | 1,864 km | $26,879 | $54/passenger |
| EDD - Erldunda | 1,884 km | $27,167 | $54/passenger |
| PLO - Port Lincoln | 1,909 km | $27,528 | $55/passenger |
| HMG - Hermannsburg | 1,915 km | $27,614 | $55/passenger |
| PXH - Prominent Hill | 1,922 km | $27,715 | $55/passenger |
| YUE - Yuendumu | 1,935 km | $27,903 | $56/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your RTS 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 Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/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 RTS
- 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 Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through RTS
Located in the Oceania region, RTS serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via RTS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Rottnest Island Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from RTS
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to RTS are JAD, PER, BUY — consider these for potentially lower fares