SMV - Samedan Airport
Samedan, Switzerland
IATA Code: SMV · Samedan, Switzerland
The airport code SMV is the IATA identifier for Samedan Airport. You may also find it referred to as Samedan Airport (SMV).
Samedan Airport (SMV) serves Samedan, Switzerland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SMV is the IATA airport code for Samedan Airport, located in Samedan, Switzerland. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.5341°N, 9.8841°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
- SMV
- City
- Samedan
- Country
- Switzerland
- Timezone
- Europe/Zurich
- Latitude
- 46.5341°
- Longitude
- 9.8841°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SMV
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZJI - Locarno | 88 km | $1,358 | $3/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 95 km | $1,466 | $3/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 96 km | $1,481 | $3/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 109 km | $1,682 | $3/passenger |
| BZO - Bolzano | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 123 km | $1,898 | $4/passenger |
| VBS - Brescia | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 134 km | $2,067 | $4/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| INN - Innsbruck | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| VRN - Villafranca | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 154 km | $2,376 | $5/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| VIC - Vicenza | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| PMF - Parma | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| QPA - Padova | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 199 km | $3,070 | $6/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| TSF - Treviso | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| FEL - Fuerstenfeldbruck | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| AVB - Aviano | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| VCE - Venice | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| BLQ - Bologna | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| GOA - Genoa | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| IGS - Ingolstadt | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| QLP - Sarzana (SP) | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| CUF - Cuneo | 283 km | $4,366 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SMV 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 SMV
- 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 Samedan
Samedan 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 SMV
As a European airport, SMV 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 SMV
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Samedan Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SMV
- 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 SMV are ZJI, LUG, HOH — consider these for potentially lower fares