SJZ - São Jorge Airport
Sao Jorge Island, Portugal
IATA Code: SJZ · Sao Jorge Island, Portugal
The airport code SJZ is the IATA identifier for São Jorge Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sao Jorge Island Airport (SJZ).
São Jorge Airport (SJZ) serves Sao Jorge Island, Portugal, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SJZ is the IATA airport code for São Jorge Airport, located in Sao Jorge Island, Portugal. The airport is situated at coordinates 38.6655°N, 28.1758°W. 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
- SJZ
- City
- Sao Jorge Island
- Country
- Portugal
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Azores
- Latitude
- 38.6655°
- Longitude
- -28.1758°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SJZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIX - Pico | 26 km | $401 | $1/passenger |
| GRW - Graciosa Island | 49 km | $756 | $2/passenger |
| HOR - Horta | 50 km | $771 | $2/passenger |
| TER - Lajes (terceira Island) | 95 km | $1,466 | $3/passenger |
| PDL - Ponta Delgada | 240 km | $3,703 | $7/passenger |
| FLW - Flores | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| CVU - Corvo | 277 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| SMA - Santa Maria (island) | 324 km | $4,999 | $10/passenger |
| FNC - Funchal | 1,224 km | $18,884 | $38/passenger |
| PXO - Porto Santo | 1,232 km | $19,007 | $38/passenger |
| SPC - Santa Cruz De La Palma | 1,473 km | $22,725 | $45/passenger |
| VDE - Hierro | 1,538 km | $23,728 | $47/passenger |
| GMZ - La Gomera | 1,558 km | $24,037 | $48/passenger |
| TFN - Tenerife | 1,573 km | $24,268 | $49/passenger |
| TFS - Tenerife | 1,596 km | $24,623 | $49/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 1,630 km | $25,148 | $50/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 1,649 km | $25,441 | $51/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 1,657 km | $25,564 | $51/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 1,663 km | $25,657 | $51/passenger |
| LPA - Gran Canaria | 1,681 km | $25,934 | $52/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 1,683 km | $25,965 | $52/passenger |
| VGO - Vigo | 1,697 km | $26,181 | $52/passenger |
| BGZ - Braga | 1,705 km | $26,305 | $53/passenger |
| ACE - Arrecife | 1,723 km | $26,582 | $53/passenger |
| SCQ - Santiago | 1,724 km | $26,598 | $53/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 1,724 km | $26,598 | $53/passenger |
| LCG - La Coruna | 1,735 km | $26,768 | $54/passenger |
| FUE - Fuerteventura | 1,742 km | $26,876 | $54/passenger |
| VSE - Viseu | 1,747 km | $26,953 | $54/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 1,762 km | $27,184 | $54/passenger |
| VRL - Vila Real | 1,763 km | $27,200 | $54/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 1,781 km | $27,477 | $55/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 1,847 km | $28,496 | $57/passenger |
| BGC - Braganca | 1,851 km | $28,557 | $57/passenger |
| ESU - Essadouira | 1,863 km | $28,742 | $57/passenger |
| EUN - El Aaiún | 1,890 km | $29,159 | $58/passenger |
| OVD - Aviles | 1,927 km | $29,730 | $59/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 1,930 km | $29,776 | $60/passenger |
| TTA - Tan Tan | 1,938 km | $29,899 | $60/passenger |
| CMN - Casablanca | 1,938 km | $29,899 | $60/passenger |
| LEN - Leon | 1,944 km | $29,992 | $60/passenger |
| AGA - Agadir | 1,948 km | $30,054 | $60/passenger |
| SLM - Salamanca | 1,948 km | $30,054 | $60/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 1,951 km | $30,100 | $60/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 1,953 km | $30,131 | $60/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 1,957 km | $30,193 | $60/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 1,981 km | $30,563 | $61/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 1,981 km | $30,563 | $61/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 1,984 km | $30,609 | $61/passenger |
| RAK - Marrakech | 1,987 km | $30,655 | $61/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SJZ 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 SJZ
- 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 Sao Jorge Island
Sao Jorge Island 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 SJZ
SJZ provides air connectivity for Sao Jorge Island, Portugal. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via SJZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at São Jorge Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SJZ
- 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 SJZ are PIX, GRW, HOR — consider these for potentially lower fares