SXJ - Shanshan Airport

Shanshan, China

IATA Code: SXJ · Shanshan, China

The airport code SXJ is the IATA identifier for Shanshan Airport. You may also find it referred to as Shanshan Airport (SXJ).

Shanshan Airport (SXJ) serves Shanshan, China, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

SXJ is the IATA airport code for Shanshan Airport, located in Shanshan, China. The airport is situated at coordinates 42.9117°N, 90.2475°E. 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
SXJ
City
Shanshan
Country
China
Timezone
N
Latitude
42.9117°
Longitude
90.2475°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SXJ

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

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
TLQ - Turpan 94 km $1,371 $3/passenger
URC - Urumqi 250 km $3,647 $7/passenger
HMI - Hami 279 km $4,070 $8/passenger
KRL - Korla 365 km $5,325 $11/passenger
FYN - Fuyun 437 km $6,375 $13/passenger
DNH - Dunhuang 487 km $7,104 $14/passenger
KRY - Karamay 509 km $7,425 $15/passenger
HTT - Mengnai 526 km $7,673 $15/passenger
NLT - Xinyuan 560 km $8,169 $16/passenger
AAT - Altay 564 km $8,228 $16/passenger
HVD - Khovd 571 km $8,330 $17/passenger
LTI - Altai 609 km $8,884 $18/passenger
KCA - Kuqa 622 km $9,074 $18/passenger
KJI - Burqin 642 km $9,365 $19/passenger
IQM - Qiemo 658 km $9,599 $19/passenger
BPL - Bole 673 km $9,818 $20/passenger
ULG - Olgii 677 km $9,876 $20/passenger
TCG - Tacheng 687 km $10,022 $20/passenger
ULZ - Uliastai 725 km $10,576 $21/passenger
YIN - Yining 729 km $10,635 $21/passenger
JGN - Jiayuguan 755 km $11,014 $22/passenger
ULO - Ulaangom 806 km $11,758 $24/passenger
UZR - Urzhar 819 km $11,948 $24/passenger
GOQ - Golmud 821 km $11,977 $24/passenger
AKU - Aksu 841 km $12,269 $25/passenger
HXD - Haixi 878 km $12,808 $26/passenger
EJN - Ejin Banner 887 km $12,940 $26/passenger
BYN - Bayankhongor 903 km $13,173 $26/passenger
YZY - Zhangye 988 km $14,413 $29/passenger
UKK - Ust Kamenogorsk 989 km $14,428 $29/passenger
KYZ - Kyzyl 1,023 km $14,924 $30/passenger
RHT - Alxa Right Banner 1,031 km $15,040 $30/passenger
AVK - Arvaikheer 1,060 km $15,463 $31/passenger
RGK - Gorno-Altaysk 1,060 km $15,463 $31/passenger
MXV - Muren 1,064 km $15,522 $31/passenger
ALA - Alma-ata 1,072 km $15,638 $31/passenger
HTN - Hotan 1,098 km $16,018 $32/passenger
IKU - Tamchy 1,105 km $16,120 $32/passenger
PLX - Semiplatinsk 1,125 km $16,412 $33/passenger
JIC - Jinchuan 1,128 km $16,455 $33/passenger
DLZ - Dalanzadgad 1,150 km $16,776 $34/passenger
ABA - Abakan 1,207 km $17,608 $35/passenger
UGA - Bulgan 1,216 km $17,739 $35/passenger
QSZ - Yarkant 1,224 km $17,856 $36/passenger
XNN - Xining 1,232 km $17,972 $36/passenger
NOZ - Novokuznetsk 1,237 km $18,045 $36/passenger
KHG - Kashi 1,246 km $18,177 $36/passenger
BAX - Barnaul 1,263 km $18,425 $37/passenger
YUS - Yushu 1,268 km $18,498 $37/passenger
BXH - Balkhash 1,277 km $18,629 $37/passenger

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

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SXJ 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.

Tips to Save on Flights from SXJ

Climate & Weather at Shanshan

Shanshan 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 SXJ

SXJ provides air connectivity for Shanshan, China. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.

🇺🇳 China Travel Tips

Chinese airports require valid visas for most foreign nationals, though transit without visa (TWOV) programs exist at select airports for stays under 72-144 hours. High-speed rail (HSR) connections are available at many major airports.

Planning Your Trip via SXJ

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