UUK - Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport
Kuparuk, United States
IATA Code: UUK · Kuparuk, United States
The airport code UUK is the IATA identifier for Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kuparuk Airport (UUK).
Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport (UUK) serves Kuparuk, United States, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
UUK is the IATA airport code for Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport, located in Kuparuk, United States. The airport is situated at coordinates 70.3308°N, 149.5980°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- UUK
- City
- Kuparuk
- Country
- United States
- Timezone
- America/Anchorage
- Latitude
- 70.3308°
- Longitude
- -149.5980°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from UUK
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCC - Deadhorse | 45 km | $656 | $1/passenger |
| NUI - Nuiqsut | 55 km | $802 | $2/passenger |
| BTI - Barter Island | 227 km | $3,311 | $7/passenger |
| AKP - Anaktuvuk Pass | 259 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| BRW - Barrow | 282 km | $4,114 | $8/passenger |
| ATK - Atqasuk | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| ARC - Arctic Village | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| AIN - Wainwright | 387 km | $5,646 | $11/passenger |
| BTT - Bettles | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
| VEE - Venetie | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| PPC - Prospect Creek | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| AET - Allakaket | 438 km | $6,390 | $13/passenger |
| WBQ - Beaver | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
| FYU - Fort Yukon | 454 km | $6,623 | $13/passenger |
| CIK - Chalkyitsik | 474 km | $6,915 | $14/passenger |
| OBU - Kobuk | 481 km | $7,017 | $14/passenger |
| ABL - Ambler | 489 km | $7,134 | $14/passenger |
| SHG - Shungnak | 490 km | $7,148 | $14/passenger |
| YOC - Old Crow | 495 km | $7,221 | $14/passenger |
| UTO - Indian Mountains | 511 km | $7,454 | $15/passenger |
| PIZ - Point Lay | 512 km | $7,469 | $15/passenger |
| HUS - Hughes | 514 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| IRC - Circle | 550 km | $8,023 | $16/passenger |
| CEM - Central | 565 km | $8,242 | $16/passenger |
| IAN - Kiana | 574 km | $8,374 | $17/passenger |
| RDB - Red Dog | 583 km | $8,505 | $17/passenger |
| HSL - Huslia | 586 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| WLK - Selawik | 592 km | $8,636 | $17/passenger |
| MLY - Manley Hot Springs | 595 km | $8,680 | $17/passenger |
| ORV - Noorvik | 605 km | $8,826 | $18/passenger |
| WTK - Noatak | 615 km | $8,972 | $18/passenger |
| FBK - Fort Wainwright | 617 km | $9,001 | $18/passenger |
| FAI - Fairbanks | 618 km | $9,015 | $18/passenger |
| LAK - Aklavik | 618 km | $9,015 | $18/passenger |
| EIL - Fairbanks | 639 km | $9,322 | $19/passenger |
| YUB - Tuktoyaktuk | 640 km | $9,336 | $19/passenger |
| ENN - Nenana | 643 km | $9,380 | $19/passenger |
| OTZ - Kotzebue | 650 km | $9,482 | $19/passenger |
| LUR - Cape Lisburne | 658 km | $9,599 | $19/passenger |
| KVL - Kivalina | 659 km | $9,613 | $19/passenger |
| YEV - Inuvik | 669 km | $9,759 | $20/passenger |
| RBY - Ruby | 670 km | $9,774 | $20/passenger |
| ZFM - Fort Mcpherson | 672 km | $9,803 | $20/passenger |
| BKC - Buckland | 678 km | $9,891 | $20/passenger |
| GAL - Galena | 695 km | $10,139 | $20/passenger |
| KYU - Koyukuk | 696 km | $10,153 | $20/passenger |
| EAA - Eagle | 713 km | $10,401 | $21/passenger |
| NUL - Nulato | 718 km | $10,474 | $21/passenger |
| DRG - Deering | 719 km | $10,489 | $21/passenger |
| BIG - Delta Junction | 724 km | $10,562 | $21/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your UUK 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 UUK
- 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 Kuparuk
Kuparuk 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 UUK
Traveling through Kuparuk in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North 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.
🇺🇳 United States Travel Tips
Within the United States, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry can significantly reduce security wait times. Domestic flights require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport starting in 2025. Jet fuel prices in North America tend to be among the most competitive globally, though they remain sensitive to Gulf of Mexico refining capacity.
Planning Your Trip via UUK
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ugnu-Kuparuk Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from UUK
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to UUK are SCC, NUI, BTI — consider these for potentially lower fares