TCE - Tulcea Airport
Tulcea, Romania
IATA Code: TCE · Tulcea, Romania
The airport code TCE is the IATA identifier for Tulcea Airport. You may also find it referred to as Tulcea Airport (TCE).
Tulcea Airport (TCE) serves Tulcea, Romania, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
TCE is the IATA airport code for Tulcea Airport, located in Tulcea, Romania. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.0625°N, 28.7143°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
- TCE
- City
- Tulcea
- Country
- Romania
- Timezone
- Europe/Bucharest
- Latitude
- 45.0625°
- Longitude
- 28.7143°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from TCE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CND - Constanta | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| KIV - Chisinau | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| BCM - Bacau | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| ODS - Odessa | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| VAR - Varna | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| IAS - Iasi | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| BOJ - Bourgas | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| BZY - Saltsy | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| GOZ - Gorna Orechovica | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| NLV - Nikolayev | 332 km | $5,122 | $10/passenger |
| SCV - Suceava | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| KHE - Kherson | 344 km | $5,307 | $11/passenger |
| JAM - Yambol | 346 km | $5,338 | $11/passenger |
| TGM - Tirgu Mures | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| SBZ - Sibiu | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| UKS - Sevastopol | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| SZR - Stara Zagora | 387 km | $5,971 | $12/passenger |
| CRA - Craiova | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| CWC - Chernovtsk | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| SIP - Simferopol | 413 km | $6,372 | $13/passenger |
| IST - Istanbul | 421 km | $6,495 | $13/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| TEQ - Çorlu | 441 km | $6,804 | $14/passenger |
| ISL - Istanbul | 454 km | $7,004 | $14/passenger |
| PDV - Plovdiv | 456 km | $7,035 | $14/passenger |
| VIN - Vinnitsa | 465 km | $7,174 | $14/passenger |
| SAW - Istanbul | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| KGO - Kirovograd | 473 km | $7,297 | $15/passenger |
| KWG - Krivoy Rog | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
| ONQ - Zonguldak | 480 km | $7,405 | $15/passenger |
| KCO - Topel | 494 km | $7,621 | $15/passenger |
| BAY - Baia Mare | 495 km | $7,637 | $15/passenger |
| HMJ - Khmeinitskiy | 496 km | $7,652 | $15/passenger |
| SOF - Sofia | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 507 km | $7,822 | $16/passenger |
| AXD - Alexandroupolis | 519 km | $8,007 | $16/passenger |
| IFO - Ivano-Frankivsk | 523 km | $8,069 | $16/passenger |
| BDM - Bandirma | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| SUJ - Satu Mare | 535 km | $8,254 | $17/passenger |
| BTZ - Bursa | 538 km | $8,300 | $17/passenger |
| YEI - Yenisehir | 539 km | $8,316 | $17/passenger |
| CKC - Cherkassy | 544 km | $8,393 | $17/passenger |
| KVA - Kavala | 569 km | $8,779 | $18/passenger |
| OMR - Oradea | 569 km | $8,779 | $18/passenger |
| INI - Nis | 579 km | $8,933 | $18/passenger |
| CKZ - Canakkale | 579 km | $8,933 | $18/passenger |
| ZTR - Zhytomyr | 579 km | $8,933 | $18/passenger |
| TSR - Timisoara | 581 km | $8,964 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your TCE 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 TCE
- 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 Tulcea
Tulcea 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 TCE
As a European airport, TCE 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 TCE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Tulcea Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from TCE
- 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 TCE are CND, KIV, BCM — consider these for potentially lower fares