TIN - Tindouf Airport
Tindouf, Algeria
IATA Code: TIN · Tindouf, Algeria
The airport code TIN is the IATA identifier for Tindouf Airport. You may also find it referred to as Tindouf Airport (TIN).
Tindouf Airport (TIN) serves Tindouf, Algeria, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
TIN is the IATA airport code for Tindouf Airport, located in Tindouf, Algeria. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.7004°N, 8.1671°W. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- TIN
- City
- Tindouf
- Country
- Algeria
- Timezone
- Africa/Algiers
- Latitude
- 27.7004°
- Longitude
- -8.1671°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from TIN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TTA - Tan Tan | 305 km | $4,748 | $9/passenger |
| AGA - Agadir | 316 km | $4,919 | $10/passenger |
| SMW - Smara | 364 km | $5,667 | $11/passenger |
| OZG - Zagora | 367 km | $5,713 | $11/passenger |
| OZZ - Ouarzazate | 380 km | $5,916 | $12/passenger |
| RAK - Marrakech | 435 km | $6,772 | $14/passenger |
| ESU - Essadouira | 436 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| EUN - El Aaiún | 502 km | $7,815 | $16/passenger |
| ACE - Arrecife | 550 km | $8,562 | $17/passenger |
| BEM - Beni Mellal | 552 km | $8,594 | $17/passenger |
| FUE - Fuerteventura | 565 km | $8,796 | $18/passenger |
| ERH - Er-rachidia | 596 km | $9,279 | $19/passenger |
| CMN - Casablanca | 633 km | $9,855 | $20/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 668 km | $10,399 | $21/passenger |
| OUZ - Zouerat | 700 km | $10,898 | $22/passenger |
| LPA - Gran Canaria | 710 km | $11,053 | $22/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 719 km | $11,193 | $22/passenger |
| CBH - Béchar | 719 km | $11,193 | $22/passenger |
| MEK - Meknes | 732 km | $11,396 | $23/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 749 km | $11,660 | $23/passenger |
| FEZ - Fes | 756 km | $11,769 | $24/passenger |
| AZR - Adrar | 785 km | $12,221 | $24/passenger |
| UAR - Bouarfa | 800 km | $12,454 | $25/passenger |
| TFN - Tenerife | 806 km | $12,548 | $25/passenger |
| TFS - Tenerife | 827 km | $12,875 | $26/passenger |
| TMX - Timimoun | 843 km | $13,124 | $26/passenger |
| GMZ - La Gomera | 890 km | $13,856 | $28/passenger |
| VIL - Dakhla | 895 km | $13,933 | $28/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 917 km | $14,276 | $29/passenger |
| TTU - Tetouan | 918 km | $14,291 | $29/passenger |
| AHU - Al Hociema | 927 km | $14,432 | $29/passenger |
| ATR - Atar | 940 km | $14,634 | $29/passenger |
| SPC - Santa Cruz De La Palma | 945 km | $14,712 | $29/passenger |
| NDR - El Aroui | 946 km | $14,727 | $29/passenger |
| VDE - Hierro | 956 km | $14,883 | $30/passenger |
| AEI - Algeciras | 972 km | $15,132 | $30/passenger |
| GIB - Gibraltar | 976 km | $15,194 | $30/passenger |
| MLN - Melilla | 977 km | $15,210 | $30/passenger |
| OUD - Oujda | 986 km | $15,350 | $31/passenger |
| PXO - Porto Santo | 986 km | $15,350 | $31/passenger |
| FNC - Funchal | 996 km | $15,506 | $31/passenger |
| MZW - Mecheria | 997 km | $15,521 | $31/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 1,009 km | $15,708 | $31/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 1,025 km | $15,957 | $32/passenger |
| TLM - Tlemcen | 1,033 km | $16,082 | $32/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 1,036 km | $16,128 | $32/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 1,051 km | $16,362 | $33/passenger |
| INZ - In Salah | 1,054 km | $16,409 | $33/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 1,056 km | $16,440 | $33/passenger |
| TIY - Tidjikja | 1,068 km | $16,627 | $33/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your TIN 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 TIN
- 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 Tindouf
Tindouf 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 TIN
TIN operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via TIN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Tindouf Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from TIN
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to TIN are TTA, AGA, SMW — consider these for potentially lower fares