STY - Nueva Hesperides International Airport
Salto, Uruguay
IATA Code: STY · Salto, Uruguay
The airport code STY is the IATA identifier for Nueva Hesperides International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Salto Airport (STY).
Nueva Hesperides International Airport (STY) serves Salto, Uruguay, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
STY is the IATA airport code for Nueva Hesperides International Airport, located in Salto, Uruguay. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.4385°S, 57.9853°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
- STY
- City
- Salto
- Country
- Uruguay
- Timezone
- America/Montevideo
- Latitude
- -31.4385°
- Longitude
- -57.9853°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from STY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| COC - Concordia | 16 km | $238 | $0/passenger |
| PDU - Paysandu | 103 km | $1,531 | $3/passenger |
| MCS - Monte Caseros | 134 km | $1,992 | $4/passenger |
| ATI - Artigas | 182 km | $2,706 | $5/passenger |
| GHU - Gualeguaychu | 184 km | $2,736 | $5/passenger |
| UZU - Curuzu Cuatia | 185 km | $2,751 | $6/passenger |
| URG - Uruguaiana | 205 km | $3,048 | $6/passenger |
| AOL - Paso De Los Libres | 210 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| PRA - Parana | 240 km | $3,568 | $7/passenger |
| RVY - Rivera | 244 km | $3,628 | $7/passenger |
| DZO - Durazno | 255 km | $3,791 | $8/passenger |
| SFN - Santa Fe | 269 km | $3,999 | $8/passenger |
| OYA - Goya | 285 km | $4,237 | $8/passenger |
| RCQ - Reconquista | 296 km | $4,401 | $9/passenger |
| ROS - Rosario | 310 km | $4,609 | $9/passenger |
| CYR - Colonia | 336 km | $4,996 | $10/passenger |
| FDO - San Fernando | 340 km | $5,055 | $10/passenger |
| NCJ - Sunchales | 341 km | $5,070 | $10/passenger |
| AEP - Buenos Aires | 349 km | $5,189 | $10/passenger |
| EPA - El Palomar | 357 km | $5,308 | $11/passenger |
| BGX - Bage | 368 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| MLZ - Melo | 370 km | $5,501 | $11/passenger |
| EZE - Buenos Aires | 380 km | $5,650 | $11/passenger |
| LPG - La Plata | 393 km | $5,843 | $12/passenger |
| MVD - Montevideo | 420 km | $6,245 | $12/passenger |
| JNI - Junin | 441 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| CNQ - Corrientes | 450 km | $6,691 | $13/passenger |
| RIA - Santa Maria | 454 km | $6,750 | $14/passenger |
| RES - Resistencia | 455 km | $6,765 | $14/passenger |
| AYO - Ayolas | 465 km | $6,914 | $14/passenger |
| PDP - Punta del Este | 466 km | $6,928 | $14/passenger |
| PSS - Posadas | 491 km | $7,300 | $15/passenger |
| GEL - Santo Angelo | 508 km | $7,553 | $15/passenger |
| PIL - Pilar | 508 km | $7,553 | $15/passenger |
| ENO - Encarnacion | 512 km | $7,612 | $15/passenger |
| SRA - Santa Rosa | 516 km | $7,672 | $15/passenger |
| PET - Pelotas | 537 km | $7,984 | $16/passenger |
| PRQ - Presidencia R.s.pena | 575 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| SST - Santa Teresita | 579 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| FMA - Formosa | 582 km | $8,653 | $17/passenger |
| COR - Cordoba | 591 km | $8,787 | $18/passenger |
| PEH - Pehuajo | 607 km | $9,025 | $18/passenger |
| RCU - Rio Cuarto | 618 km | $9,188 | $18/passenger |
| OVR - Olavarria | 640 km | $9,516 | $19/passenger |
| ELO - El Dorado | 651 km | $9,679 | $19/passenger |
| VLG - Villa Gesell | 651 km | $9,679 | $19/passenger |
| PFB - Passo Fundo | 651 km | $9,679 | $19/passenger |
| TDL - Tandil | 655 km | $9,739 | $19/passenger |
| POA - Porto Alegre | 671 km | $9,976 | $20/passenger |
| SQX - Sao Miguel do Oeste | 676 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your STY 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 STY
- 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 Salto
Salto 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 STY
Traveling through Salto 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 STY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Nueva Hesperides International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from STY
- 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 STY are COC, PDU, MCS — consider these for potentially lower fares