SNE - Preguiça Airport
Sao Nocolau Island, Cape Verde
IATA Code: SNE · Sao Nocolau Island, Cape Verde
The airport code SNE is the IATA identifier for Preguiça Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sao Nocolau Island Airport (SNE).
Preguiça Airport (SNE) serves Sao Nocolau Island, Cape Verde, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SNE is the IATA airport code for Preguiça Airport, located in Sao Nocolau Island, Cape Verde. The airport is situated at coordinates 16.5884°N, 24.2847°W. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- SNE
- City
- Sao Nocolau Island
- Country
- Cape Verde
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Cape_Verde
- Latitude
- 16.5884°
- Longitude
- -24.2847°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SNE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VXE - Sao Vicente Island | 86 km | $1,339 | $3/passenger |
| SID - Amilcar Cabral | 143 km | $2,226 | $4/passenger |
| BVC - Boa Vista | 157 km | $2,444 | $5/passenger |
| MMO - Maio | 196 km | $3,051 | $6/passenger |
| DKR - Dakar | 756 km | $11,769 | $24/passenger |
| DSS - Diass | 801 km | $12,470 | $25/passenger |
| XLS - St. Louis | 837 km | $13,030 | $26/passenger |
| BJL - Banjul | 896 km | $13,949 | $28/passenger |
| NKC - Nouakschott | 902 km | $14,042 | $28/passenger |
| NDB - Nouadhibou | 904 km | $14,073 | $28/passenger |
| KLC - Kaolack | 923 km | $14,369 | $29/passenger |
| CSK - Cap Skiring | 936 km | $14,572 | $29/passenger |
| ZIG - Ziguinchor | 971 km | $15,117 | $30/passenger |
| OXB - Bissau | 1,066 km | $16,595 | $33/passenger |
| KDA - Kolda | 1,082 km | $16,845 | $34/passenger |
| BQE - Bubaque | 1,085 km | $16,891 | $34/passenger |
| KED - Kaedi | 1,151 km | $17,919 | $36/passenger |
| MAX - Matam | 1,176 km | $18,308 | $37/passenger |
| VIL - Dakhla | 1,178 km | $18,339 | $37/passenger |
| TUD - Tambacounda | 1,184 km | $18,433 | $37/passenger |
| ATR - Atar | 1,262 km | $19,647 | $39/passenger |
| BXE - Bakel | 1,279 km | $19,911 | $40/passenger |
| SEY - Selibabi | 1,301 km | $20,254 | $41/passenger |
| FIG - Fira | 1,350 km | $21,017 | $42/passenger |
| KFA - Kiffa | 1,372 km | $21,359 | $43/passenger |
| KGG - Kedougou | 1,373 km | $21,375 | $43/passenger |
| TIY - Tidjikja | 1,381 km | $21,499 | $43/passenger |
| CKY - Conakry | 1,394 km | $21,702 | $43/passenger |
| KYS - Kayes | 1,399 km | $21,780 | $44/passenger |
| VDE - Hierro | 1,411 km | $21,966 | $44/passenger |
| OUZ - Zouerat | 1,412 km | $21,982 | $44/passenger |
| LEK - Labe | 1,420 km | $22,107 | $44/passenger |
| GMZ - La Gomera | 1,464 km | $22,792 | $46/passenger |
| FNA - Freetown | 1,494 km | $23,259 | $47/passenger |
| SPC - Santa Cruz De La Palma | 1,496 km | $23,290 | $47/passenger |
| TFS - Tenerife | 1,500 km | $23,352 | $47/passenger |
| HGS - Freetown | 1,514 km | $23,570 | $47/passenger |
| TFN - Tenerife | 1,553 km | $24,177 | $48/passenger |
| LPA - Gran Canaria | 1,557 km | $24,239 | $48/passenger |
| AEO - Aioun El Atrouss | 1,560 km | $24,286 | $49/passenger |
| GBK - Gbangbatok | 1,622 km | $25,251 | $51/passenger |
| BTE - Bonthe | 1,627 km | $25,329 | $51/passenger |
| FAA - Faranah | 1,633 km | $25,423 | $51/passenger |
| EUN - El Aaiún | 1,636 km | $25,469 | $51/passenger |
| KBS - Bo | 1,665 km | $25,921 | $52/passenger |
| WYE - Yengema | 1,687 km | $26,263 | $53/passenger |
| FUE - Fuerteventura | 1,697 km | $26,419 | $53/passenger |
| KEN - Kenema | 1,720 km | $26,777 | $54/passenger |
| SMW - Smara | 1,721 km | $26,793 | $54/passenger |
| GII - Siguiri | 1,728 km | $26,902 | $54/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SNE 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 SNE
- 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 Nocolau Island
Sao Nocolau Island 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 SNE
SNE provides air connectivity for Sao Nocolau Island, Cape Verde. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via SNE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Preguiça Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SNE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to SNE are VXE, SID, BVC — consider these for potentially lower fares