UPN - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport
Uruapan, Mexico
IATA Code: UPN · Uruapan, Mexico
The airport code UPN is the IATA identifier for Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport. You may also find it referred to as Uruapan Airport (UPN).
Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) serves Uruapan, Mexico, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
UPN is the IATA airport code for Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport, located in Uruapan, Mexico. The airport is situated at coordinates 19.3967°N, 102.0390°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
- UPN
- City
- Uruapan
- Country
- Mexico
- Timezone
- America/Mexico_City
- Latitude
- 19.3967°
- Longitude
- -102.0390°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from UPN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZMM - Zamora | 76 km | $1,130 | $2/passenger |
| MLM - Morelia | 118 km | $1,754 | $4/passenger |
| LZC - Lazard Cardenas | 156 km | $2,319 | $5/passenger |
| CLQ - Colima | 162 km | $2,409 | $5/passenger |
| CYW - Celaya | 176 km | $2,617 | $5/passenger |
| GDL - Guadalajara | 183 km | $2,721 | $5/passenger |
| BJX - Del Bajio | 187 km | $2,780 | $6/passenger |
| ZIH - Zihuatanejo | 209 km | $3,107 | $6/passenger |
| QRO - Queretaro | 236 km | $3,509 | $7/passenger |
| AGU - Aguascalientes | 258 km | $3,836 | $8/passenger |
| TLC - Toluca | 260 km | $3,866 | $8/passenger |
| ZLO - Manzanillo | 266 km | $3,955 | $8/passenger |
| CVJ - Cuernavaca | 298 km | $4,431 | $9/passenger |
| MEX - Mexico City | 311 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| SLP - San Luis Potosi | 338 km | $5,025 | $10/passenger |
| PVR - Puerto Vallarta | 365 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| TPQ - Tepic | 369 km | $5,486 | $11/passenger |
| ACA - Acapulco | 380 km | $5,650 | $11/passenger |
| PBC - Puebla | 386 km | $5,739 | $11/passenger |
| ZCL - Zacatecas | 395 km | $5,873 | $12/passenger |
| TSL - Tamuin | 446 km | $6,631 | $13/passenger |
| TCN - Tehuacan | 496 km | $7,375 | $15/passenger |
| PAZ - Poza Rico | 497 km | $7,389 | $15/passenger |
| TAM - Tampico | 540 km | $8,029 | $16/passenger |
| JAL - Jalapa | 550 km | $8,177 | $16/passenger |
| CVM - Ciudad Victoria | 575 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| DGO - Durango | 585 km | $8,698 | $17/passenger |
| MZT - Mazatlan | 606 km | $9,010 | $18/passenger |
| VER - Vera Cruz | 615 km | $9,144 | $18/passenger |
| OAX - Oaxaca | 621 km | $9,233 | $18/passenger |
| PXM - Puerto Escondido | 654 km | $9,724 | $19/passenger |
| SLW - Saltillo | 694 km | $10,318 | $21/passenger |
| TRC - Torreon | 701 km | $10,422 | $21/passenger |
| HUX - Huatulco | 733 km | $10,898 | $22/passenger |
| MTY - Monterrey | 737 km | $10,958 | $22/passenger |
| NTR - Monterrey | 743 km | $11,047 | $22/passenger |
| MTT - Minatitlan | 798 km | $11,865 | $24/passenger |
| IZT - Iztepec | 804 km | $11,954 | $24/passenger |
| CUL - Culiacan | 818 km | $12,162 | $24/passenger |
| REX - Reynosa | 833 km | $12,385 | $25/passenger |
| LOV - Monclova | 843 km | $12,534 | $25/passenger |
| MAM - Matamoros | 847 km | $12,593 | $25/passenger |
| MFE - Mcallen | 848 km | $12,608 | $25/passenger |
| BRO - Brownsville | 865 km | $12,861 | $26/passenger |
| HRL - Harlingen | 882 km | $13,114 | $26/passenger |
| SJD - San Jose Del Cabo | 899 km | $13,366 | $27/passenger |
| NLD - Nuevo Laredo | 929 km | $13,812 | $28/passenger |
| LRD - Laredo | 943 km | $14,021 | $28/passenger |
| VSA - Villahermosa | 984 km | $14,630 | $29/passenger |
| NQI - Kingsville | 999 km | $14,853 | $30/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your UPN 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 UPN
- 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 Uruapan
Uruapan 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 UPN
Traveling through Uruapan 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 UPN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from UPN
- 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 UPN are ZMM, MLM, LZC — consider these for potentially lower fares