SLX - Salt Cay Airport
Salt Cay, Turks and Caicos Islands
IATA Code: SLX · Salt Cay, Turks and Caicos Islands
The airport code SLX is the IATA identifier for Salt Cay Airport. You may also find it referred to as Salt Cay Airport (SLX).
Salt Cay Airport (SLX) serves Salt Cay, Turks and Caicos Islands, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SLX is the IATA airport code for Salt Cay Airport, located in Salt Cay, Turks and Caicos Islands. The airport is situated at coordinates 21.3330°N, 71.2000°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- SLX
- City
- Salt Cay
- Country
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Timezone
- America/Grand_Turk
- Latitude
- 21.3330°
- Longitude
- -71.2000°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SLX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDT - Cockburn Town | 14 km | $208 | $0/passenger |
| XSC - South Caicos | 40 km | $595 | $1/passenger |
| MDS - Middle Caicos | 83 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| NCA - North Caicos | 100 km | $1,487 | $3/passenger |
| PLS - Providenciales | 121 km | $1,799 | $4/passenger |
| POP - Puerto Plata | 187 km | $2,780 | $6/passenger |
| CAP - Cap Haitien | 206 km | $3,063 | $6/passenger |
| MYG - Mayaguana | 220 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| STI - Santiago | 223 km | $3,316 | $7/passenger |
| PAX - Port-de-Paix | 232 km | $3,449 | $7/passenger |
| IGA - Matthew Town | 259 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| COZ - Constanza | 274 km | $4,074 | $8/passenger |
| AZS - Samana | 275 km | $4,089 | $8/passenger |
| AXP - Spring Point | 311 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| PAP - Port-au-prince | 327 km | $4,862 | $10/passenger |
| JBQ - La Isabela | 332 km | $4,936 | $10/passenger |
| BRX - Barahona | 343 km | $5,100 | $10/passenger |
| HEX - Santo Domingo | 343 km | $5,100 | $10/passenger |
| CRI - Colonel Hill | 345 km | $5,129 | $10/passenger |
| SDQ - Santo Domingo | 360 km | $5,352 | $11/passenger |
| BCA - Baracoa Playa | 360 km | $5,352 | $11/passenger |
| JAK - Jacmel | 370 km | $5,501 | $11/passenger |
| CBJ - Cabo Rojo | 381 km | $5,665 | $11/passenger |
| MOA - Moa | 394 km | $5,858 | $12/passenger |
| LRM - La Romana | 400 km | $5,947 | $12/passenger |
| PUJ - Punta Cana | 427 km | $6,349 | $13/passenger |
| JEE - Jeremie | 429 km | $6,378 | $13/passenger |
| GAO - Guantanamo | 434 km | $6,453 | $13/passenger |
| CYA - Cayes | 435 km | $6,468 | $13/passenger |
| NBW - Guantanamo | 446 km | $6,631 | $13/passenger |
| LGI - Dead Man'''s Cay | 450 km | $6,691 | $13/passenger |
| RCY - Port Nelson | 456 km | $6,780 | $14/passenger |
| ZSA - Cockburn Town | 457 km | $6,795 | $14/passenger |
| DCT - Duncan Town | 477 km | $7,092 | $14/passenger |
| SML - Stella Maris | 487 km | $7,241 | $14/passenger |
| SCU - Santiago De Cuba | 506 km | $7,523 | $15/passenger |
| BQN - Aguadilla | 530 km | $7,880 | $16/passenger |
| HOG - Holguin | 534 km | $7,940 | $16/passenger |
| GGT - Great Exuma | 541 km | $8,044 | $16/passenger |
| MAZ - Mayaguez | 545 km | $8,103 | $16/passenger |
| TBI - Cat Island | 548 km | $8,148 | $16/passenger |
| ARE - Arecibo | 571 km | $8,490 | $17/passenger |
| BYM - Bayamo | 573 km | $8,519 | $17/passenger |
| ATC - Arthur'''s Town | 587 km | $8,728 | $17/passenger |
| VTU - Las Tunas | 596 km | $8,861 | $18/passenger |
| PSE - Ponce | 610 km | $9,069 | $18/passenger |
| SIG - San Juan | 622 km | $9,248 | $18/passenger |
| MZO - Manzanillo | 623 km | $9,263 | $19/passenger |
| TYM - Staniel Cay | 623 km | $9,263 | $19/passenger |
| SJU - San Juan | 632 km | $9,397 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SLX 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 Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/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 SLX
- 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 Salt Cay
Salt Cay has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through SLX
Traveling through Salt Cay in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via SLX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Salt Cay Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SLX
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to SLX are GDT, XSC, MDS — consider these for potentially lower fares