VEY - Vestmannaeyjar Airport
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
IATA Code: VEY · Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
The airport code VEY is the IATA identifier for Vestmannaeyjar Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vestmannaeyjar Airport (VEY).
Vestmannaeyjar Airport (VEY) serves Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VEY is the IATA airport code for Vestmannaeyjar Airport, located in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland. The airport is situated at coordinates 63.4243°N, 20.2789°W. 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
- VEY
- City
- Vestmannaeyjar
- Country
- Iceland
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Reykjavik
- Latitude
- 63.4243°
- Longitude
- -20.2789°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VEY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RKV - Reykjavik | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| KEF - Keflavik | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| GUU - Grundarfjordur | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| SAK - Saudarkrokur | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| HFN - Hofn | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| AEY - Akureyri | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| GJR - Gjogur | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| BIU - Bildudalur | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| PFJ - Patreksfjordur | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| MVA - Myvatn | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| SIJ - Siglufjordur | 308 km | $4,752 | $10/passenger |
| HZK - Husavik | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| IFJ - Isafjordur | 323 km | $4,983 | $10/passenger |
| EGS - Egilsstadir | 350 km | $5,400 | $11/passenger |
| GRY - Grímsey | 363 km | $5,600 | $11/passenger |
| VPN - Vopnafjörður | 364 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| NOR - Nordfjordur | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| THO - Thorshofn | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| FAE - Vagar | 678 km | $10,460 | $21/passenger |
| OBY - Ittoqqortoormiit | 789 km | $12,173 | $24/passenger |
| CNP - Neerlerit Inaat | 820 km | $12,651 | $25/passenger |
| SYY - Stornoway | 949 km | $14,641 | $29/passenger |
| BEB - Benbecula | 965 km | $14,888 | $30/passenger |
| BRR - Barra | 1,001 km | $15,443 | $31/passenger |
| WRY - Westray | 1,024 km | $15,798 | $32/passenger |
| PPW - Papa Westray | 1,026 km | $15,829 | $32/passenger |
| EOI - Eday | 1,042 km | $16,076 | $32/passenger |
| SCS - Scatsta | 1,043 km | $16,091 | $32/passenger |
| NRL - North Ronaldsay | 1,047 km | $16,153 | $32/passenger |
| NDY - Sanday | 1,047 km | $16,153 | $32/passenger |
| UNT - Unst | 1,049 km | $16,184 | $32/passenger |
| KOI - Kirkwall | 1,050 km | $16,199 | $32/passenger |
| SOY - Stronsay | 1,050 km | $16,199 | $32/passenger |
| LWK - Lerwick | 1,058 km | $16,323 | $33/passenger |
| TRE - Tiree | 1,068 km | $16,477 | $33/passenger |
| OUK - Outer Skerries | 1,070 km | $16,508 | $33/passenger |
| LSI - Sumburgh | 1,072 km | $16,539 | $33/passenger |
| WIC - Wick | 1,075 km | $16,585 | $33/passenger |
| FIE - Fair Isle | 1,075 km | $16,585 | $33/passenger |
| INV - Inverness | 1,099 km | $16,955 | $34/passenger |
| FSS - Kinloss | 1,112 km | $17,156 | $34/passenger |
| LMO - Lossiemouth | 1,118 km | $17,249 | $34/passenger |
| OBN - North Connel | 1,129 km | $17,418 | $35/passenger |
| CSA - Colonsay | 1,131 km | $17,449 | $35/passenger |
| CFN - Dongloe | 1,149 km | $17,727 | $35/passenger |
| ILY - Islay | 1,164 km | $17,958 | $36/passenger |
| LDY - Londonderry | 1,189 km | $18,344 | $37/passenger |
| ABZ - Aberdeen | 1,206 km | $18,606 | $37/passenger |
| CAL - Campbeltown | 1,207 km | $18,622 | $37/passenger |
| PSL - Perth | 1,214 km | $18,730 | $37/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VEY 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 VEY
- 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 Vestmannaeyjar
Vestmannaeyjar 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 VEY
VEY provides air connectivity for Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via VEY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vestmannaeyjar Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VEY
- 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 VEY are RKV, KEF, GUU — consider these for potentially lower fares