SFQ - Şanlıurfa Airport
Sanliurfa, Turkey
IATA Code: SFQ · Sanliurfa, Turkey
The airport code SFQ is the IATA identifier for Şanlıurfa Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sanliurfa Airport (SFQ).
Şanlıurfa Airport (SFQ) serves Sanliurfa, Turkey, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SFQ is the IATA airport code for Şanlıurfa Airport, located in Sanliurfa, Turkey. The airport is situated at coordinates 37.0943°N, 38.8471°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
- SFQ
- City
- Sanliurfa
- Country
- Turkey
- Timezone
- Europe/Istanbul
- Latitude
- 37.0943°
- Longitude
- 38.8471°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SFQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GNY - Sanliurfa | 39 km | $602 | $1/passenger |
| ADF - Adiyaman | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| GZT - Gaziantep | 123 km | $1,898 | $4/passenger |
| DIY - Diyabakir | 149 km | $2,299 | $5/passenger |
| MQM - Mardin | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| MLX - Malatya | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| EZS - Elazig | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| KCM - Kahramanmaras | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| ALP - Aleppo | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| KAC - Kamishly | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| BAL - Batman | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| DEZ - Deire Zor | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| HTY - Hatay | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| BGG - Bingol | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| SXZ - Siirt | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| PMS - Palmyra | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| NKT - Cizre | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| ERC - Erzincan | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| UAB - Adana | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
| MSR - Mus | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| ADA - Adana | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| LTK - Latakia | 321 km | $4,952 | $10/passenger |
| VAS - Sivas | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| ASR - Kayseri | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| ERZ - Erzurum | 377 km | $5,816 | $12/passenger |
| KYE - Kleiat | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| OSM - Mosul | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| RQW - Qayyarah | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| TJK - Tokat | 417 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| NAV - Nevsehir | 422 km | $6,511 | $13/passenger |
| VAN - Van | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| OGU - Ordu-Giresun | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| TZX - Trabzon | 441 km | $6,804 | $14/passenger |
| DAM - Damascus | 461 km | $7,112 | $14/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| EBL - Erbil | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| BEY - Beirut | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| YKO - Hakkari | 479 km | $7,390 | $15/passenger |
| IQA - Al Asad | 491 km | $7,575 | $15/passenger |
| SZF - Samsun | 503 km | $7,760 | $16/passenger |
| GEC - Geçitkale | 504 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
| MZH - Merzifon | 505 km | $7,791 | $16/passenger |
| KIK - Kirkuk | 525 km | $8,100 | $16/passenger |
| ECN - Nicosia | 527 km | $8,131 | $16/passenger |
| LCA - Larnaca | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| KSY - Kars | 534 km | $8,239 | $16/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 542 km | $8,362 | $17/passenger |
| RPN - Rosh Pina | 546 km | $8,424 | $17/passenger |
| OMH - Uromiyeh | 553 km | $8,532 | $17/passenger |
| BUS - Batumi | 555 km | $8,563 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SFQ 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 SFQ
- 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 Sanliurfa
Sanliurfa 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 SFQ
As a European airport, SFQ 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 SFQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Şanlıurfa Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SFQ
- 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 SFQ are GNY, ADF, GZT — consider these for potentially lower fares