UKS - Belbek Airport
Sevastopol, Ukraine
IATA Code: UKS · Sevastopol, Ukraine
The airport code UKS is the IATA identifier for Belbek Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sevastopol Airport (UKS).
Belbek Airport (UKS) serves Sevastopol, Ukraine, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
UKS is the IATA airport code for Belbek Airport, located in Sevastopol, Ukraine. The airport is situated at coordinates 44.6890°N, 33.5710°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
- UKS
- City
- Sevastopol
- Country
- Ukraine
- Timezone
- Europe/Simferopol
- Latitude
- 44.6890°
- Longitude
- 33.5710°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from UKS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIP - Simferopol | 51 km | $787 | $2/passenger |
| KHC - Kerch | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| KHE - Kherson | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| NLV - Nikolayev | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| ODS - Odessa | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| AAQ - Anapa | 300 km | $4,628 | $9/passenger |
| NOP - Sinop | 321 km | $4,952 | $10/passenger |
| ERD - Berdyansk | 342 km | $5,276 | $11/passenger |
| GDZ - Gelendzhik | 352 km | $5,431 | $11/passenger |
| KWG - Krivoy Rog | 374 km | $5,770 | $12/passenger |
| ONQ - Zonguldak | 374 km | $5,770 | $12/passenger |
| KFS - Kastamonu | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| OZH - Zaporozhye | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| TCE - Tulcea | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| MPW - Mariupol International | 401 km | $6,187 | $12/passenger |
| CND - Constanta | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| EIK - Eysk | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| DNK - Dnepropetrovsk | 424 km | $6,541 | $13/passenger |
| KIV - Chisinau | 437 km | $6,742 | $13/passenger |
| KGO - Kirovograd | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| KRR - Krasnodar | 443 km | $6,835 | $14/passenger |
| SZF - Samsun | 453 km | $6,989 | $14/passenger |
| MZH - Merzifon | 458 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| VAR - Varna | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| DOK - Donetsk | 494 km | $7,621 | $15/passenger |
| TGK - Taganrog | 494 km | $7,621 | $15/passenger |
| ESB - Ankara | 509 km | $7,853 | $16/passenger |
| KCO - Topel | 524 km | $8,084 | $16/passenger |
| AER - Sochi | 528 km | $8,146 | $16/passenger |
| ANK - Ankara | 532 km | $8,208 | $16/passenger |
| IAS - Iasi | 537 km | $8,285 | $17/passenger |
| TJK - Tokat | 538 km | $8,300 | $17/passenger |
| CKC - Cherkassy | 539 km | $8,316 | $17/passenger |
| BOJ - Bourgas | 541 km | $8,347 | $17/passenger |
| KRQ - Kramatorsk | 543 km | $8,377 | $17/passenger |
| IST - Istanbul | 545 km | $8,408 | $17/passenger |
| SAW - Istanbul | 546 km | $8,424 | $17/passenger |
| PLV - Poltava | 546 km | $8,424 | $17/passenger |
| OGU - Ordu-Giresun | 554 km | $8,547 | $17/passenger |
| BCM - Bacau | 557 km | $8,593 | $17/passenger |
| ISL - Istanbul | 566 km | $8,732 | $17/passenger |
| BZY - Saltsy | 567 km | $8,748 | $17/passenger |
| ROV - Rostov | 581 km | $8,964 | $18/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 592 km | $9,133 | $18/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 592 km | $9,133 | $18/passenger |
| YEI - Yenisehir | 592 km | $9,133 | $18/passenger |
| ESK - Eskisehir | 598 km | $9,226 | $18/passenger |
| AOE - Eskissehir | 598 km | $9,226 | $18/passenger |
| TEQ - Çorlu | 606 km | $9,349 | $19/passenger |
| VAS - Sivas | 607 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your UKS 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 UKS
- 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 Sevastopol
Sevastopol 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 UKS
As a European airport, UKS 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 UKS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Belbek Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from UKS
- 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 UKS are SIP, KHC, KHE — consider these for potentially lower fares