SZG - Salzburg Airport
Salzburg, Austria
IATA Code: SZG · Salzburg, Austria
The airport code SZG is the IATA identifier for Salzburg Airport. You may also find it referred to as Salzburg Airport (SZG).
Salzburg Airport (SZG) serves Salzburg, Austria, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SZG is the IATA airport code for Salzburg Airport, located in Salzburg, Austria. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.7933°N, 13.0043°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
- SZG
- City
- Salzburg
- Country
- Austria
- Timezone
- Europe/Vienna
- Latitude
- 47.7933°
- Longitude
- 13.0043°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SZG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LNZ - Linz | 101 km | $1,558 | $3/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| RBM - Straubing | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 132 km | $2,036 | $4/passenger |
| FEL - Fuerstenfeldbruck | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| INN - Innsbruck | 138 km | $2,129 | $4/passenger |
| IGS - Ingolstadt | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| KLU - Klagenfurt | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 169 km | $2,607 | $5/passenger |
| BZO - Bolzano | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| AVB - Aviano | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| LJU - Ljubljana | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| TRS - Ronchi De Legionari | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| NUE - Nuernberg | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| TSF - Treviso | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| MBX - Maribor | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| VCE - Venice | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| URD - Burg Feuerstein | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| POW - Portoroz | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| BYU - Bayreuth | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| KLV - Karlovy Vary | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| VIC - Vicenza | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| PRG - Prague | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
| QPA - Padova | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| VOD - Vodochody | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| HOQ - Hof | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| KZG - Kitzingen | 299 km | $4,613 | $9/passenger |
| GHF - Giebelstadt | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
| RJK - Rijeka | 311 km | $4,798 | $10/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 311 km | $4,798 | $10/passenger |
| VRN - Villafranca | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| ZAG - Zagreb | 326 km | $5,030 | $10/passenger |
| PUY - Pula | 330 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| VBS - Brescia | 333 km | $5,138 | $10/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 335 km | $5,168 | $10/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| SOB - Sármellék | 337 km | $5,199 | $10/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 345 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 355 km | $5,477 | $11/passenger |
| AOC - Altenburg | 356 km | $5,492 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SZG 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 SZG
- 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 Salzburg
Salzburg 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 SZG
As a European airport, SZG 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 SZG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Salzburg Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SZG
- 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 SZG are LNZ, MUC, RBM — consider these for potentially lower fares