UME - Umeå Airport
Umea, Sweden
IATA Code: UME · Umea, Sweden
The airport code UME is the IATA identifier for Umeå Airport. You may also find it referred to as Umea Airport (UME).
Umeå Airport (UME) serves Umea, Sweden, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
UME is the IATA airport code for Umeå Airport, located in Umea, Sweden. The airport is situated at coordinates 63.7918°N, 20.2828°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
- UME
- City
- Umea
- Country
- Sweden
- Timezone
- Europe/Stockholm
- Latitude
- 63.7918°
- Longitude
- 20.2828°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from UME
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OER - Ornskoldsvik | 77 km | $1,188 | $2/passenger |
| SFT - Skelleftea | 100 km | $1,543 | $3/passenger |
| VAA - Vaasa | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| LYC - Lycksele | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| KOK - Kruunupyy | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| KRF - Kramfors | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| KAU - Kauhava | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| SJY - Seinäjoki / Ilmajoki | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| SQO - Mohed | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| KHJ - Kauhajoki | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| VHM - Vilhelmina | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| SDL - Sundsvall | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| AJR - Arvidsjaur | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| LLA - Lulea | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| YLI - Ylivieska-raudaskyla | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| POR - Pori | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| OUL - Oulu | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| HUV - Hudiksvall | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| OSD - Östersund | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| KEM - Kemi | 300 km | $4,628 | $9/passenger |
| JYV - Jyvaskyla | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| KEV - Halli | 314 km | $4,844 | $10/passenger |
| TMP - Tampere | 314 km | $4,844 | $10/passenger |
| SOO - Soderhamn | 325 km | $5,014 | $10/passenger |
| HMV - Hemavan | 333 km | $5,138 | $10/passenger |
| EVG - Sveg | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| KAJ - Kajaani | 365 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| GEV - Gallivare | 372 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| TKU - Turku | 379 km | $5,847 | $12/passenger |
| KUO - Kuopio | 384 km | $5,924 | $12/passenger |
| GVX - Gavle | 395 km | $6,094 | $12/passenger |
| MJF - Mosjoen | 401 km | $6,187 | $12/passenger |
| RVN - Rovaniemi | 402 km | $6,202 | $12/passenger |
| QLF - Vesivehmaa | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| PJA - Pajala | 405 km | $6,248 | $12/passenger |
| MHQ - Mariehamn | 409 km | $6,310 | $13/passenger |
| HYV - Hyvinkaa | 422 km | $6,511 | $13/passenger |
| MIK - Mikkeli | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| VRK - Varkaus | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| BNN - Bronnoysund | 426 km | $6,572 | $13/passenger |
| OSY - Namsos | 429 km | $6,619 | $13/passenger |
| MXX - Mora | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| SSJ - Sandnessjoen | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| KRN - Kiruna | 448 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| BLE - Borlange | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| HEL - Helsinki | 457 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| TRD - Trondheim | 463 km | $7,143 | $14/passenger |
| HEM - Helsinki | 465 km | $7,174 | $14/passenger |
| RRS - Roros | 468 km | $7,220 | $14/passenger |
| UTI - Utti | 470 km | $7,251 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your UME 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 UME
- 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 Umea
Umea 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 UME
As a European airport, UME 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 UME
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Umeå Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from UME
- 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 UME are OER, SFT, VAA — consider these for potentially lower fares