THU - Thule Air Base
Thule, Greenland
IATA Code: THU · Thule, Greenland
The airport code THU is the IATA identifier for Thule Air Base. You may also find it referred to as Thule Airport (THU).
Thule Air Base (THU) serves Thule, Greenland, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
THU is the IATA airport code for Thule Air Base, located in Thule, Greenland. The airport is situated at coordinates 76.5312°N, 68.7032°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
- THU
- City
- Thule
- Country
- Greenland
- Timezone
- America/Thule
- Latitude
- 76.5312°
- Longitude
- -68.7032°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from THU
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAQ - Qaanaaq | 108 km | $1,606 | $3/passenger |
| YGZ - Grise Fiord | 369 km | $5,486 | $11/passenger |
| YIO - Pond Inlet | 506 km | $7,523 | $15/passenger |
| YEU - Eureka | 542 km | $8,058 | $16/passenger |
| JUV - Upernavik | 554 km | $8,237 | $16/passenger |
| YSR - Nanisivik | 607 km | $9,025 | $18/passenger |
| YAB - Arctic Bay | 614 km | $9,129 | $18/passenger |
| YCY - Clyde River | 672 km | $9,991 | $20/passenger |
| YLT - Alert | 677 km | $10,066 | $20/passenger |
| YRB - Resolute | 746 km | $11,092 | $22/passenger |
| JQA - Uummannaq | 811 km | $12,058 | $24/passenger |
| UMD - Uummannaq | 827 km | $12,296 | $25/passenger |
| YGT - Igloolik | 900 km | $13,381 | $27/passenger |
| QQT - Qeqertaq | 908 km | $13,500 | $27/passenger |
| JGO - Qeqertarsuaq Airport | 943 km | $14,021 | $28/passenger |
| YUX - Hall Beach | 953 km | $14,169 | $28/passenger |
| JAV - Ilulissat | 986 km | $14,660 | $29/passenger |
| QJE - Kitsissuarsuit | 990 km | $14,719 | $29/passenger |
| XIQ - Ilimanaq | 1,002 km | $14,898 | $30/passenger |
| JEG - Aasiaat | 1,009 km | $15,002 | $30/passenger |
| YVM - Broughton Island | 1,011 km | $15,032 | $30/passenger |
| JCH - Qasigiannguit | 1,026 km | $15,255 | $31/passenger |
| QJI - Ikamiut | 1,034 km | $15,374 | $31/passenger |
| QPW - Kangaatsiaq | 1,040 km | $15,463 | $31/passenger |
| QRY - Ikerasaarsuk | 1,058 km | $15,730 | $31/passenger |
| QGQ - Attu | 1,076 km | $15,998 | $32/passenger |
| YYH - Spence Bay | 1,104 km | $16,414 | $33/passenger |
| YBB - Pelly Bay | 1,121 km | $16,667 | $33/passenger |
| YXP - Pangnirtung | 1,159 km | $17,232 | $34/passenger |
| JHS - Sisimiut | 1,178 km | $17,515 | $35/passenger |
| SFJ - Sondrestrom | 1,218 km | $18,109 | $36/passenger |
| YHK - Gjoa Haven | 1,238 km | $18,407 | $37/passenger |
| YUT - Repulse Bay | 1,261 km | $18,749 | $37/passenger |
| JSU - Maniitsoq | 1,351 km | $20,087 | $40/passenger |
| YTE - Cape Dorset | 1,396 km | $20,756 | $42/passenger |
| YCB - Cambridge Bay | 1,417 km | $21,068 | $42/passenger |
| YFB - Iqaluit | 1,421 km | $21,127 | $42/passenger |
| YZS - Coral Harbour | 1,467 km | $21,811 | $44/passenger |
| GOH - Godthaab | 1,499 km | $22,287 | $45/passenger |
| YLC - Kimmirut | 1,522 km | $22,629 | $45/passenger |
| CNP - Neerlerit Inaat | 1,527 km | $22,703 | $45/passenger |
| JOJ - Doris Lake | 1,539 km | $22,882 | $46/passenger |
| OBY - Ittoqqortoormiit | 1,565 km | $23,268 | $47/passenger |
| YHI - Holman Island | 1,605 km | $23,863 | $48/passenger |
| YIK - Ivujivik | 1,605 km | $23,863 | $48/passenger |
| YZG - Salluit | 1,616 km | $24,027 | $48/passenger |
| YBK - Baker Lake | 1,666 km | $24,770 | $50/passenger |
| YCS - Chesterfield Inlet | 1,666 km | $24,770 | $50/passenger |
| YWB - Kangiqsujuaq | 1,666 km | $24,770 | $50/passenger |
| YSY - Sachs Harbour | 1,701 km | $25,290 | $51/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your THU 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 THU
- 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 Thule
Thule has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through THU
Traveling through Thule 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 THU
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Thule Air Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from THU
- 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 THU are NAQ, YGZ, YIO — consider these for potentially lower fares