URE - Kuressaare Airport
Kuressaare, Estonia
IATA Code: URE · Kuressaare, Estonia
The airport code URE is the IATA identifier for Kuressaare Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kuressaare Airport (URE).
Kuressaare Airport (URE) serves Kuressaare, Estonia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
URE is the IATA airport code for Kuressaare Airport, located in Kuressaare, Estonia. The airport is situated at coordinates 58.2299°N, 22.5095°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
- URE
- City
- Kuressaare
- Country
- Estonia
- Timezone
- Europe/Tallinn
- Latitude
- 58.2299°
- Longitude
- 22.5095°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from URE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDL - Kardla | 87 km | $1,342 | $3/passenger |
| VNT - Ventspils | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| EPU - Parnu | 117 km | $1,805 | $4/passenger |
| RIX - Riga | 169 km | $2,607 | $5/passenger |
| TLL - Tallinn-ulemiste International | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| LPX - Liepaja | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| TAY - Tartu | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| HLJ - Barysiai | 248 km | $3,826 | $8/passenger |
| TKU - Turku | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| VBY - Visby | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| MHQ - Mariehamn | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| SQQ - Siauliai | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| PLQ - Palanga | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| HEM - Helsinki | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| HEL - Helsinki | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| KLJ - Klaipeda | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| BMA - Stockholm | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| HYV - Hyvinkaa | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| PNV - Panevezys | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| ARN - Stockholm | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| NYO - Stockholm | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| PKV - Pskov | 350 km | $5,400 | $11/passenger |
| EKT - Eskilstuna | 357 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| DGP - Daugavpils | 357 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| TMP - Tampere | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| POR - Pori | 362 km | $5,585 | $11/passenger |
| NRK - Norrkoeping | 367 km | $5,662 | $11/passenger |
| OSK - Oskarshamn | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| QLF - Vesivehmaa | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| VST - Vasteras | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| KUN - Kaunas | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| UTI - Utti | 387 km | $5,971 | $12/passenger |
| KGD - Kaliningrad | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| LPI - Linkoeping | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| HLF - Hultsfred | 403 km | $6,217 | $12/passenger |
| KLR - Kalkmar | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| GVX - Gavle | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| KEV - Halli | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| VNO - Vilnius | 435 km | $6,711 | $13/passenger |
| LPP - Lappeenranta | 445 km | $6,865 | $14/passenger |
| ORB - Orebro | 445 km | $6,865 | $14/passenger |
| SOO - Soderhamn | 453 km | $6,989 | $14/passenger |
| MIK - Mikkeli | 464 km | $7,159 | $14/passenger |
| BLE - Borlange | 465 km | $7,174 | $14/passenger |
| KHJ - Kauhajoki | 471 km | $7,267 | $15/passenger |
| QYD - Gdynia | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| LED - St. Petersburg | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
| KSK - Karlskoga | 478 km | $7,375 | $15/passenger |
| VXO - Vaxjo | 486 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| RNB - Ronneby | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your URE 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 URE
- 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 Kuressaare
Kuressaare 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 URE
As a European airport, URE 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 URE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kuressaare Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from URE
- 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 URE are KDL, VNT, EPU — consider these for potentially lower fares