UCT - Ukhta Airport
Ukhta, Russia
IATA Code: UCT · Ukhta, Russia
The airport code UCT is the IATA identifier for Ukhta Airport. You may also find it referred to as Ukhta Airport (UCT).
Ukhta Airport (UCT) serves Ukhta, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
UCT is the IATA airport code for Ukhta Airport, located in Ukhta, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 63.5669°N, 53.8047°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
- UCT
- City
- Ukhta
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Latitude
- 63.5669°
- Longitude
- 53.8047°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from UCT
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTS - Ust-Tsylma | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| PEX - Pechora | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| SCW - Syktyvkar | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| USK - Usinsk | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| INA - Inta | 407 km | $6,279 | $13/passenger |
| LDG - Arkhangelsk | 417 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| KSZ - Kotlas | 448 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| NNM - Naryan-Mar | 454 km | $7,004 | $14/passenger |
| VUS - Veliky Ustyug | 498 km | $7,683 | $15/passenger |
| EZV - Berezovo | 553 km | $8,532 | $17/passenger |
| OVS - Sovetskiy | 561 km | $8,655 | $17/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 612 km | $9,442 | $19/passenger |
| NYA - Nyagan | 620 km | $9,565 | $19/passenger |
| EYK - Beloyarsky | 636 km | $9,812 | $20/passenger |
| VKT - Vorkuta | 639 km | $9,858 | $20/passenger |
| PEE - Perm | 640 km | $9,874 | $20/passenger |
| ARH - Arkhangelsk | 645 km | $9,951 | $20/passenger |
| SLY - Salekhard | 686 km | $10,584 | $21/passenger |
| URJ - Uraj | 694 km | $10,707 | $21/passenger |
| IJK - Izhevsk | 750 km | $11,571 | $23/passenger |
| AMV - Amderma | 768 km | $11,849 | $24/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 830 km | $12,805 | $26/passenger |
| HMA - Khanty-Mansiysk | 836 km | $12,898 | $26/passenger |
| SVX - Yekaterinburg | 851 km | $13,129 | $26/passenger |
| VGD - Vologda | 875 km | $13,500 | $27/passenger |
| CSH - Solovetsky Islands | 883 km | $13,623 | $27/passenger |
| NBC - Nizhnekamsk | 895 km | $13,808 | $28/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 905 km | $13,962 | $28/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 921 km | $14,209 | $28/passenger |
| NYM - Nadym | 925 km | $14,271 | $29/passenger |
| KMW - Kostroma | 944 km | $14,564 | $29/passenger |
| TJM - Tyumen | 948 km | $14,626 | $29/passenger |
| CEE - Cherepovets | 962 km | $14,842 | $30/passenger |
| GOJ - Nizhniy Novgorod | 986 km | $15,212 | $30/passenger |
| UUA - Bugulma | 994 km | $15,335 | $31/passenger |
| IAR - Yaroslavl | 997 km | $15,382 | $31/passenger |
| RYB - Rybinsk | 1,005 km | $15,505 | $31/passenger |
| NFG - Nefteyugansk | 1,006 km | $15,521 | $31/passenger |
| UFA - Ufa | 1,009 km | $15,567 | $31/passenger |
| PES - Petrozavodsk | 1,014 km | $15,644 | $31/passenger |
| CEK - Chelyabinsk | 1,015 km | $15,659 | $31/passenger |
| IWA - Ivanovo | 1,020 km | $15,737 | $31/passenger |
| KVK - Apatity | 1,021 km | $15,752 | $32/passenger |
| SGC - Surgut | 1,033 km | $15,937 | $32/passenger |
| KGP - Kogalym | 1,057 km | $16,307 | $33/passenger |
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 1,058 km | $16,323 | $33/passenger |
| NOJ - Noyabrsk | 1,065 km | $16,431 | $33/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 1,081 km | $16,678 | $33/passenger |
| MMK - Murmansk | 1,101 km | $16,986 | $34/passenger |
| NUX - Novy Urengoy | 1,103 km | $17,017 | $34/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your UCT 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 UCT
- 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 Ukhta
Ukhta 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 UCT
As a European airport, UCT 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 UCT
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ukhta Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from UCT
- 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 UCT are UTS, PEX, SCW — consider these for potentially lower fares