SSZ - Base Aérea de Santos Airport
Santos, Brazil
IATA Code: SSZ · Santos, Brazil
The airport code SSZ is the IATA identifier for Base Aérea de Santos Airport. You may also find it referred to as Santos Airport (SSZ).
Base Aérea de Santos Airport (SSZ) serves Santos, Brazil, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SSZ is the IATA airport code for Base Aérea de Santos Airport, located in Santos, Brazil. The airport is situated at coordinates 23.9281°S, 46.2997°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
- SSZ
- City
- Santos
- Country
- Brazil
- Timezone
- America/Sao_Paulo
- Latitude
- -23.9281°
- Longitude
- -46.2997°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SSZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGH - Sao Paulo | 49 km | $729 | $1/passenger |
| GRU - Sao Paulo | 58 km | $862 | $2/passenger |
| SJK - Sao Jose Dos Campos | 90 km | $1,338 | $3/passenger |
| BJP - Braganca Paulista | 108 km | $1,606 | $3/passenger |
| QHP - Taubaté | 127 km | $1,888 | $4/passenger |
| SOD - Sorocaba | 131 km | $1,948 | $4/passenger |
| VCP - Campinas | 133 km | $1,977 | $4/passenger |
| UBT - Ubatuba | 136 km | $2,022 | $4/passenger |
| CPQ - Campinas | 145 km | $2,156 | $4/passenger |
| GUJ - Guaratingueta | 169 km | $2,513 | $5/passenger |
| PPY - Pouso Alegre | 186 km | $2,765 | $6/passenger |
| POO - Pocos De Caldas | 233 km | $3,464 | $7/passenger |
| QPS - Piracununga | 241 km | $3,583 | $7/passenger |
| REZ - Resende | 246 km | $3,658 | $7/passenger |
| QCJ - Botucatu | 247 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| VAG - Varginha | 273 km | $4,059 | $8/passenger |
| QSC - Sao Carlos | 281 km | $4,178 | $8/passenger |
| SNZ - Rio De Janeiro | 286 km | $4,252 | $9/passenger |
| AQA - Araracuara | 301 km | $4,475 | $9/passenger |
| QNV - Nova Iguacu | 318 km | $4,728 | $9/passenger |
| BAU - Bauru | 332 km | $4,936 | $10/passenger |
| GIG - Rio De Janeiro | 335 km | $4,981 | $10/passenger |
| BFH - Curitiba | 339 km | $5,040 | $10/passenger |
| SDU - Rio De Janeiro | 339 km | $5,040 | $10/passenger |
| CWB - Curitiba | 341 km | $5,070 | $10/passenger |
| JTC - Bauru | 343 km | $5,100 | $10/passenger |
| RAO - Ribeirao Preto | 345 km | $5,129 | $10/passenger |
| JOI - Joinville | 358 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| JDF - Juiz De Fora | 381 km | $5,665 | $11/passenger |
| FRC - Franca | 387 km | $5,754 | $12/passenger |
| NVT - Navegantes | 404 km | $6,007 | $12/passenger |
| PGZ - Ponta Grossa | 413 km | $6,140 | $12/passenger |
| MII - Marília | 418 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
| IZA - Juiz de Fora | 418 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
| BNU - BLUMENAU | 427 km | $6,349 | $13/passenger |
| LIP - Lins | 432 km | $6,423 | $13/passenger |
| BAT - Barretos | 440 km | $6,542 | $13/passenger |
| DIQ - Divinopolis | 442 km | $6,572 | $13/passenger |
| TEC - Telemaco Borba | 444 km | $6,601 | $13/passenger |
| CFB - Cabo Frio | 445 km | $6,616 | $13/passenger |
| BZC - Buzios | 461 km | $6,854 | $14/passenger |
| SJP - Sao Jose Do Rio Preto | 471 km | $7,003 | $14/passenger |
| FLN - Florianopolis | 473 km | $7,033 | $14/passenger |
| AAX - Araxa | 490 km | $7,285 | $15/passenger |
| UBA - Uberaba | 494 km | $7,345 | $15/passenger |
| LDB - Londrina | 496 km | $7,375 | $15/passenger |
| MEA - Macaé | 496 km | $7,375 | $15/passenger |
| PLU - Belo Horizonte | 514 km | $7,642 | $15/passenger |
| ARU - Aracatuba | 525 km | $7,806 | $16/passenger |
| CNF - Belo Horizonte | 535 km | $7,954 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SSZ 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 SSZ
- 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 Santos
Santos 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 SSZ
Traveling through Santos 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 SSZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Base Aérea de Santos Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SSZ
- 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 SSZ are CGH, GRU, SJK — consider these for potentially lower fares