SOB - Sármellék International Airport
Sármellék, Hungary
IATA Code: SOB · Sármellék, Hungary
The airport code SOB is the IATA identifier for Sármellék International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sármellék Airport (SOB).
Sármellék International Airport (SOB) serves Sármellék, Hungary, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SOB is the IATA airport code for Sármellék International Airport, located in Sármellék, Hungary. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.6864°N, 17.1591°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
- SOB
- City
- Sármellék
- Country
- Hungary
- Timezone
- Europe/Budapest
- Latitude
- 46.6864°
- Longitude
- 17.1591°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SOB
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TZR - Columbus | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| PEV - Pécs-Pogány | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| MBX - Maribor | 115 km | $1,774 | $4/passenger |
| ZAG - Zagreb | 134 km | $2,067 | $4/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 165 km | $2,546 | $5/passenger |
| BUD - Budapest | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| OSI - Osijek | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| BNX - Banja Luka | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| LJU - Ljubljana | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| KLU - Klagenfurt | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| PZY - Piestany | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| QND - Novi Sad | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| RJK - Rijeka | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| SLD - Sliac | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| TZL - Null | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| LNZ - Linz | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| TRS - Ronchi De Legionari | 299 km | $4,613 | $9/passenger |
| ILZ - Žilina | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| POW - Portoroz | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| BJY - Batajnica | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| ARW - Arad | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| LSZ - Mali Losinj | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| PUY - Pula | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| ZAD - Zadar | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| BEG - Belgrade | 321 km | $4,952 | $10/passenger |
| SJJ - Sarajevo | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 337 km | $5,199 | $10/passenger |
| OSR - Ostrava | 342 km | $5,276 | $11/passenger |
| DEB - Debrecen | 349 km | $5,384 | $11/passenger |
| TAT - Poprad | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| SPU - Split | 356 km | $5,492 | $11/passenger |
| AVB - Aviano | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 363 km | $5,600 | $11/passenger |
| KSC - Kosice | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| BWK - Brac | 380 km | $5,863 | $12/passenger |
| OMO - Mostar | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| VCE - Venice | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| TSF - Treviso | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 417 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| KRK - Krakow | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| RBM - Straubing | 425 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| QPA - Padova | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SOB 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 SOB
- 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 Sármellék
Sármellék 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 SOB
As a European airport, SOB 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 SOB
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sármellék International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SOB
- 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 SOB are TZR, PEV, MBX — consider these for potentially lower fares