VAR - Varna Airport
Varna, Bulgaria
IATA Code: VAR · Varna, Bulgaria
The airport code VAR is the IATA identifier for Varna Airport. You may also find it referred to as Varna Airport (VAR).
Varna Airport (VAR) serves Varna, Bulgaria, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VAR is the IATA airport code for Varna Airport, located in Varna, Bulgaria. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.2321°N, 27.8251°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
- VAR
- City
- Varna
- Country
- Bulgaria
- Timezone
- Europe/Sofia
- Latitude
- 43.2321°
- Longitude
- 27.8251°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VAR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOJ - Bourgas | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| CND - Constanta | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| JAM - Yambol | 148 km | $2,283 | $5/passenger |
| GOZ - Gorna Orechovica | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| BBU - Bucharest | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| SZR - Stara Zagora | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| OTP - Bucharest | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| TCE - Tulcea | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| IST - Istanbul | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| TEQ - Çorlu | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| ISL - Istanbul | 264 km | $4,073 | $8/passenger |
| PDV - Plovdiv | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| SAW - Istanbul | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| AXD - Alexandroupolis | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| BDM - Bandirma | 324 km | $4,999 | $10/passenger |
| KCO - Topel | 335 km | $5,168 | $10/passenger |
| CRA - Craiova | 338 km | $5,215 | $10/passenger |
| BTZ - Bursa | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| YEI - Yenisehir | 361 km | $5,570 | $11/passenger |
| CKZ - Canakkale | 363 km | $5,600 | $11/passenger |
| SOF - Sofia | 364 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| KVA - Kavala | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| BCM - Bacau | 373 km | $5,755 | $12/passenger |
| ONQ - Zonguldak | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| BZI - Balikesir | 402 km | $6,202 | $12/passenger |
| SBZ - Sibiu | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| EDO - Balikesir Korfez | 414 km | $6,387 | $13/passenger |
| KIV - Chisinau | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| ODS - Odessa | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| LXS - Limnos | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| IAS - Iasi | 439 km | $6,773 | $14/passenger |
| AOE - Eskissehir | 442 km | $6,819 | $14/passenger |
| ESK - Eskisehir | 447 km | $6,896 | $14/passenger |
| TGM - Tirgu Mures | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| MJT - Mytilini | 475 km | $7,328 | $15/passenger |
| INI - Nis | 483 km | $7,452 | $15/passenger |
| UKS - Sevastopol | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| KZR - Kutahya | 497 km | $7,668 | $15/passenger |
| SKG - Thessaloniki | 502 km | $7,745 | $15/passenger |
| CSB - Caransebes | 505 km | $7,791 | $16/passenger |
| SCV - Suceava | 509 km | $7,853 | $16/passenger |
| CLJ - Cluj-napoca | 512 km | $7,899 | $16/passenger |
| BZY - Saltsy | 513 km | $7,915 | $16/passenger |
| USQ - Usak | 525 km | $8,100 | $16/passenger |
| SKP - Skopje | 527 km | $8,131 | $16/passenger |
| IGL - Izmir | 529 km | $8,161 | $16/passenger |
| SIP - Simferopol | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| KHE - Kherson | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| NLV - Nikolayev | 533 km | $8,223 | $16/passenger |
| KFS - Kastamonu | 535 km | $8,254 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VAR 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 VAR
- 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 Varna
Varna experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through VAR
As a European airport, VAR 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 VAR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Varna Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VAR
- 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 VAR are BOJ, CND, JAM — consider these for potentially lower fares