SLM - Salamanca Airport
Salamanca, Spain
IATA Code: SLM · Salamanca, Spain
The airport code SLM is the IATA identifier for Salamanca Airport. You may also find it referred to as Salamanca Airport (SLM).
Salamanca Airport (SLM) serves Salamanca, Spain, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SLM is the IATA airport code for Salamanca Airport, located in Salamanca, Spain. The airport is situated at coordinates 40.9521°N, 5.5020°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
- SLM
- City
- Salamanca
- Country
- Spain
- Timezone
- Europe/Madrid
- Latitude
- 40.9521°
- Longitude
- -5.5020°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SLM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VLL - Valladolid | 100 km | $1,543 | $3/passenger |
| BGC - Braganca | 142 km | $2,191 | $4/passenger |
| ECV - Madrid | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| MAD - Madrid | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| TOJ - Madrid | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| LEN - Leon | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| VRL - Vila Real | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| VSE - Viseu | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| RGS - Burgos | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| BGZ - Braga | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| CQM - Ciudad Real | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| OVD - Aviles | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| VGO - Vigo | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| SDR - Santander | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 313 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 313 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| VIT - Vitoria | 314 km | $4,844 | $10/passenger |
| SCQ - Santiago | 324 km | $4,999 | $10/passenger |
| BIO - Bilbao | 337 km | $5,199 | $10/passenger |
| ODB - Cordoba | 350 km | $5,400 | $11/passenger |
| LCG - La Coruna | 353 km | $5,446 | $11/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 366 km | $5,647 | $11/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 379 km | $5,847 | $12/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 381 km | $5,878 | $12/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 381 km | $5,878 | $12/passenger |
| ABC - Albacete | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 394 km | $6,079 | $12/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 406 km | $6,264 | $13/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 430 km | $6,634 | $13/passenger |
| GRX - Granada | 444 km | $6,850 | $14/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| VLC - Valencia | 456 km | $7,035 | $14/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 470 km | $7,251 | $15/passenger |
| CDT - Castellón de la Plana | 478 km | $7,375 | $15/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 483 km | $7,452 | $15/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 484 km | $7,467 | $15/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 498 km | $7,683 | $15/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| ILD - Lleida | 511 km | $7,884 | $16/passenger |
| RMU - Murcia | 514 km | $7,930 | $16/passenger |
| ALC - Alicante | 517 km | $7,976 | $16/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 517 km | $7,976 | $16/passenger |
| LEI - Almeria | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SLM 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 SLM
- 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 Salamanca
Salamanca 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 SLM
As a European airport, SLM 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 SLM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Salamanca Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SLM
- 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 SLM are VLL, BGC, ECV — consider these for potentially lower fares