SCO - Aktau Airport
Aktau, Kazakhstan
IATA Code: SCO · Aktau, Kazakhstan
The airport code SCO is the IATA identifier for Aktau Airport. You may also find it referred to as Aktau Airport (SCO).
Aktau Airport (SCO) serves Aktau, Kazakhstan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SCO is the IATA airport code for Aktau Airport, located in Aktau, Kazakhstan. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.8601°N, 51.0920°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
- SCO
- City
- Aktau
- Country
- Kazakhstan
- Timezone
- Asia/Oral
- Latitude
- 43.8601°
- Longitude
- 51.0920°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SCO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCX - Makhachkala | 301 km | $4,340 | $9/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 362 km | $5,220 | $10/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 367 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| ZXT - Baku | 385 km | $5,552 | $11/passenger |
| GYD - Baku | 387 km | $5,581 | $11/passenger |
| GBB - Qabala | 437 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| ZTU - Zaqatala | 443 km | $6,388 | $13/passenger |
| KRW - Krasnovodsk | 451 km | $6,503 | $13/passenger |
| IGT - Magas | 493 km | $7,109 | $14/passenger |
| KVD - Ganja | 524 km | $7,556 | $15/passenger |
| OGZ - Beslan | 528 km | $7,614 | $15/passenger |
| PFQ - Parsabad | 543 km | $7,830 | $16/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 557 km | $8,032 | $16/passenger |
| ESL - Elista | 599 km | $8,638 | $17/passenger |
| LLK - Lankaran | 599 km | $8,638 | $17/passenger |
| NAL - Nalchik | 601 km | $8,666 | $17/passenger |
| MRV - Mineralnye Vody | 641 km | $9,243 | $18/passenger |
| ADU - Ardabil | 655 km | $9,445 | $19/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 688 km | $9,921 | $20/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 690 km | $9,950 | $20/passenger |
| NAJ - Nakhchivan | 699 km | $10,080 | $20/passenger |
| NCU - Nukus | 708 km | $10,209 | $20/passenger |
| KUT - Kutaisi | 724 km | $10,440 | $21/passenger |
| STW - Stavropol | 725 km | $10,455 | $21/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 736 km | $10,613 | $21/passenger |
| RAS - Rasht | 737 km | $10,628 | $21/passenger |
| TAZ - Dasoguz | 749 km | $10,801 | $22/passenger |
| KSY - Kars | 752 km | $10,844 | $22/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 753 km | $10,858 | $22/passenger |
| TBZ - Tabriz | 756 km | $10,902 | $22/passenger |
| RZR - Ramsar | 774 km | $11,161 | $22/passenger |
| KHY - Khoy | 792 km | $11,421 | $23/passenger |
| NSH - Noshahr | 801 km | $11,550 | $23/passenger |
| KLM - Kalaleh | 808 km | $11,651 | $23/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 811 km | $11,695 | $23/passenger |
| SUI - Sukhumi | 813 km | $11,723 | $23/passenger |
| BUS - Batumi | 814 km | $11,738 | $23/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 816 km | $11,767 | $24/passenger |
| VLK - | 818 km | $11,796 | $24/passenger |
| UGC - Urgench | 820 km | $11,824 | $24/passenger |
| JWN - Zanjan | 821 km | $11,839 | $24/passenger |
| GBT - Gorgan | 822 km | $11,853 | $24/passenger |
| SRY - Dasht-e-naz | 823 km | $11,868 | $24/passenger |
| ACP - Maragheh | 836 km | $12,055 | $24/passenger |
| AKX - Aktyubinsk | 847 km | $12,214 | $24/passenger |
| GZW - Ghazvin | 852 km | $12,286 | $25/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 855 km | $12,329 | $25/passenger |
| BJB - Bojnourd | 880 km | $12,690 | $25/passenger |
| VAN - Van | 883 km | $12,733 | $25/passenger |
| ASB - Ashkhabad | 893 km | $12,877 | $26/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SCO 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 SCO
- 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 Aktau
Aktau 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 SCO
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, SCO 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 SCO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Aktau Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SCO
- 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 SCO are MCX, ASF, GUW — consider these for potentially lower fares