VDM - Gobernador Castello Airport
Viedma, Argentina
IATA Code: VDM · Viedma, Argentina
The airport code VDM is the IATA identifier for Gobernador Castello Airport. You may also find it referred to as Viedma Airport (VDM).
Gobernador Castello Airport (VDM) serves Viedma, Argentina, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VDM is the IATA airport code for Gobernador Castello Airport, located in Viedma, Argentina. The airport is situated at coordinates 40.8692°S, 63.0004°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
- VDM
- City
- Viedma
- Country
- Argentina
- Timezone
- America/Argentina/Salta
- Latitude
- -40.8692°
- Longitude
- -63.0004°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VDM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OES - San Antonio Oeste | 172 km | $2,557 | $5/passenger |
| SGV - Sierra Grande | 211 km | $3,137 | $6/passenger |
| BHI - Bahia Blanca | 249 km | $3,702 | $7/passenger |
| PMY - Puerto Madryn | 273 km | $4,059 | $8/passenger |
| REL - Trelew | 321 km | $4,773 | $10/passenger |
| OYO - Tres Arroyos | 358 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| CSZ - Colonel Suarez | 392 km | $5,828 | $12/passenger |
| GNR - Fuerte Gral Roca | 445 km | $6,616 | $13/passenger |
| NEC - Necochea | 446 km | $6,631 | $13/passenger |
| NQN - Neuquen | 489 km | $7,270 | $15/passenger |
| RSA - Santa Rosa | 489 km | $7,270 | $15/passenger |
| OVR - Olavarria | 504 km | $7,493 | $15/passenger |
| TDL - Tandil | 519 km | $7,716 | $15/passenger |
| IGB - Ingeniero Jacobacci | 553 km | $8,222 | $16/passenger |
| PEH - Pehuajo | 568 km | $8,445 | $17/passenger |
| MDQ - Mar Del Plata | 569 km | $8,460 | $17/passenger |
| CUT - Cutralco | 576 km | $8,564 | $17/passenger |
| GPO - General Pico | 579 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| RDS - Rincon de los Sauces | 639 km | $9,501 | $19/passenger |
| APZ - ZAPALA | 642 km | $9,545 | $19/passenger |
| CRD - Comodoro Rivadavia | 655 km | $9,739 | $19/passenger |
| VLG - Villa Gesell | 655 km | $9,739 | $19/passenger |
| BRC - San Carlos De Bariloche | 685 km | $10,185 | $20/passenger |
| CPC - San Martin Des Andes | 694 km | $10,318 | $21/passenger |
| JSM - Jose de San Martin | 706 km | $10,497 | $21/passenger |
| EQS - Esquel | 711 km | $10,571 | $21/passenger |
| EHL - El Bolson | 721 km | $10,720 | $21/passenger |
| JNI - Junin | 726 km | $10,794 | $22/passenger |
| SST - Santa Teresita | 726 km | $10,794 | $22/passenger |
| HOS - Chosmadal | 730 km | $10,854 | $22/passenger |
| FFU - Futaleufu | 775 km | $11,523 | $23/passenger |
| EZE - Buenos Aires | 778 km | $11,567 | $23/passenger |
| ZPC - Pucon | 778 km | $11,567 | $23/passenger |
| ARR - Alto Rio Senguer | 785 km | $11,671 | $23/passenger |
| LHS - Las Heras | 792 km | $11,775 | $24/passenger |
| LPG - La Plata | 794 km | $11,805 | $24/passenger |
| EPA - El Palomar | 796 km | $11,835 | $24/passenger |
| PUD - Puerto Deseado | 798 km | $11,865 | $24/passenger |
| AEP - Buenos Aires | 809 km | $12,028 | $24/passenger |
| FDO - San Fernando | 812 km | $12,073 | $24/passenger |
| VME - Villa Reynolds | 821 km | $12,207 | $24/passenger |
| LGS - Malargue | 829 km | $12,326 | $25/passenger |
| WCH - Chaiten | 834 km | $12,400 | $25/passenger |
| AFA - San Rafael | 844 km | $12,549 | $25/passenger |
| PMC - Puerto Montt | 847 km | $12,593 | $25/passenger |
| ZOS - Osorno | 848 km | $12,608 | $25/passenger |
| CYR - Colonia | 848 km | $12,608 | $25/passenger |
| ZCO - Temuco | 851 km | $12,653 | $25/passenger |
| ZIC - Victoria | 852 km | $12,668 | $25/passenger |
| PZS - Temuco | 855 km | $12,712 | $25/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VDM 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 VDM
- 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 Viedma
Viedma 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 VDM
Traveling through Viedma 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 VDM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Gobernador Castello Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VDM
- 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 VDM are OES, SGV, BHI — consider these for potentially lower fares