UPB - Playa Baracoa Airport
Baracoa Playa, Cuba
IATA Code: UPB · Baracoa Playa, Cuba
The airport code UPB is the IATA identifier for Playa Baracoa Airport. You may also find it referred to as Baracoa Playa Airport (UPB).
Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) serves Baracoa Playa, Cuba, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
UPB is the IATA airport code for Playa Baracoa Airport, located in Baracoa Playa, Cuba. The airport is situated at coordinates 23.0328°N, 82.5794°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
- UPB
- City
- Baracoa Playa
- Country
- Cuba
- Timezone
- America/Havana
- Latitude
- 23.0328°
- Longitude
- -82.5794°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from UPB
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAV - Havana | 18 km | $268 | $1/passenger |
| QSN - San Nicolás | 74 km | $1,100 | $2/passenger |
| VRA - Varadero | 117 km | $1,740 | $3/passenger |
| VRO - Kawama | 131 km | $1,948 | $4/passenger |
| QPD - Pinar Del Rio Norte | 132 km | $1,963 | $4/passenger |
| LCL - La Coloma | 134 km | $1,992 | $4/passenger |
| GER - Nueva Gerona | 135 km | $2,007 | $4/passenger |
| SZJ - Siguanea | 159 km | $2,364 | $5/passenger |
| EYW - Key West | 189 km | $2,810 | $6/passenger |
| CYO - Cayo Largo del Sur | 190 km | $2,825 | $6/passenger |
| SNJ - Pinar Del Rio | 192 km | $2,855 | $6/passenger |
| NQX - Key West | 194 km | $2,884 | $6/passenger |
| CFG - Cienfuegos | 243 km | $3,613 | $7/passenger |
| MTH - Marathon | 244 km | $3,628 | $7/passenger |
| SNU - Santa Clara | 277 km | $4,118 | $8/passenger |
| TND - Trinidad | 299 km | $4,446 | $9/passenger |
| MRK - Marco Island Airport | 342 km | $5,085 | $10/passenger |
| USS - Sancti Spiritus | 343 km | $5,100 | $10/passenger |
| OCA - Ocean Reef Club Airport | 346 km | $5,144 | $10/passenger |
| HST - Homestead | 352 km | $5,234 | $10/passenger |
| BWW - Cayo Santa Maria | 355 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| APF - Naples | 356 km | $5,293 | $11/passenger |
| TNT - Miami | 358 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| TMB - Kendall-tamiami | 363 km | $5,397 | $11/passenger |
| MIA - Miami | 385 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| OPF - Miami | 395 km | $5,873 | $12/passenger |
| IMM - Immokalee | 396 km | $5,888 | $12/passenger |
| RSW - Fort Myers | 398 km | $5,917 | $12/passenger |
| FMY - Fort Myers | 402 km | $5,977 | $12/passenger |
| AVI - Ciego De Avila | 405 km | $6,022 | $12/passenger |
| HWO - Hollywood | 406 km | $6,036 | $12/passenger |
| FLL - Fort Lauderdale | 418 km | $6,215 | $12/passenger |
| FXE - Fort Lauderdale | 428 km | $6,364 | $13/passenger |
| GCM - Georgetown | 435 km | $6,468 | $13/passenger |
| PGD - Punta Gorda | 436 km | $6,482 | $13/passenger |
| PPM - Pompano Beach | 436 km | $6,482 | $13/passenger |
| CCC - Cunagua | 441 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| BIM - Alice Town | 448 km | $6,661 | $13/passenger |
| BCT - Boca Raton | 448 km | $6,661 | $13/passenger |
| VNC - Venice | 449 km | $6,676 | $13/passenger |
| LYB - Little Cayman | 455 km | $6,765 | $14/passenger |
| PHK - Pahokee | 459 km | $6,824 | $14/passenger |
| CYB - Cayman Brac | 465 km | $6,914 | $14/passenger |
| LNA - West Palm Beach | 469 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| ISJ - Isla Mujeres | 472 km | $7,018 | $14/passenger |
| PBI - West Palm Beach | 477 km | $7,092 | $14/passenger |
| SRQ - Sarasota | 485 km | $7,211 | $14/passenger |
| CUN - Cancun | 495 km | $7,360 | $15/passenger |
| OBE - Okeechobee | 502 km | $7,464 | $15/passenger |
| SEF - Sebring | 507 km | $7,538 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your UPB 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 UPB
- 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 Baracoa Playa
Baracoa Playa has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through UPB
Traveling through Baracoa Playa 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 UPB
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Playa Baracoa Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from UPB
- 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 UPB are HAV, QSN, VRA — consider these for potentially lower fares