SSC - Shaw Air Force Base

Sumter, United States

IATA Code: SSC · Sumter, United States

The airport code SSC is the IATA identifier for Shaw Air Force Base. You may also find it referred to as Sumter Airport (SSC).

Shaw Air Force Base (SSC) serves Sumter, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

SSC is the IATA airport code for Shaw Air Force Base, located in Sumter, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 33.9727°N, 80.4706°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)

$5.21/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
SSC
City
Sumter
Country
United States
Timezone
America/New_York
Latitude
33.9727°
Longitude
-80.4706°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SSC

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
MMT - Eastover 31 km $452 $1/passenger
CDN - Camden 36 km $525 $1/passenger
CUB - Columbia 48 km $700 $1/passenger
HVS - Hartsville 58 km $846 $2/passenger
CAE - Columbia 60 km $875 $2/passenger
OGB - Orangeburg 68 km $992 $2/passenger
FLO - Florence 73 km $1,065 $2/passenger
HCW - Cheraw 95 km $1,386 $3/passenger
AIK - Aiken 118 km $1,721 $3/passenger
RKH - Rock Hill 125 km $1,824 $4/passenger
CHS - Charleston 126 km $1,838 $4/passenger
GGE - Georgetown 129 km $1,882 $4/passenger
CLT - Charlotte 145 km $2,115 $4/passenger
MYR - Myrtle Beach 146 km $2,130 $4/passenger
LBT - Lumberton 148 km $2,159 $4/passenger
AGS - Bush Field 154 km $2,247 $4/passenger
DNL - Augusta 156 km $2,276 $5/passenger
USA - Concord 159 km $2,319 $5/passenger
CRE - North Myrtle Beach 162 km $2,363 $5/passenger
SOP - Pinehurst-Southern Pines 172 km $2,509 $5/passenger
SPA - Spartangurg 172 km $2,509 $5/passenger
BFT - Beaufort 174 km $2,538 $5/passenger
FAY - Fayetteville 185 km $2,699 $5/passenger
POB - Fort Bragg 188 km $2,743 $5/passenger
GSP - Greenville 190 km $2,772 $6/passenger
FBG - Fredericksburg 191 km $2,786 $6/passenger
HHH - Hilton Head Island 196 km $2,859 $6/passenger
GDC - Greenville 196 km $2,859 $6/passenger
GMU - Greenville 198 km $2,888 $6/passenger
TBR - Statesboro 203 km $2,961 $6/passenger
SVH - Statesville 204 km $2,976 $6/passenger
AND - Andersen 214 km $3,122 $6/passenger
HKY - Hickory 214 km $3,122 $6/passenger
SAV - Savannah 216 km $3,151 $6/passenger
SVN - Hunter Aaf 227 km $3,311 $7/passenger
MRN - Morganton 230 km $3,355 $7/passenger
CEU - Clemson 235 km $3,428 $7/passenger
ILM - Wilmington 239 km $3,487 $7/passenger
INT - Winston-salem 241 km $3,516 $7/passenger
GSO - Greensboro 241 km $3,516 $7/passenger
AVL - Asheville 250 km $3,647 $7/passenger
LIY - Wright 253 km $3,691 $7/passenger
IKB - North Wilkesboro 257 km $3,749 $7/passenger
RDU - Raleigh-durham 262 km $3,822 $8/passenger
AHN - Athens 263 km $3,837 $8/passenger
VDI - Vidalia 266 km $3,880 $8/passenger
TOC - Toccoa 269 km $3,924 $8/passenger
GSB - Goldsboro 275 km $4,012 $8/passenger
OAJ - Jacksonville NC 279 km $4,070 $8/passenger
DBN - Dublin 281 km $4,099 $8/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SSC 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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.

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Climate & Weather at Sumter

Sumter enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through SSC

Traveling through Sumter in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North 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.

🇺🇳 United States Travel Tips

Within the United States, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry can significantly reduce security wait times. Domestic flights require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport starting in 2025. Jet fuel prices in North America tend to be among the most competitive globally, though they remain sensitive to Gulf of Mexico refining capacity.

Planning Your Trip via SSC

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