VGD - Vologda Airport
Vologda, Russia
IATA Code: VGD · Vologda, Russia
The airport code VGD is the IATA identifier for Vologda Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vologda Airport (VGD).
Vologda Airport (VGD) serves Vologda, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VGD is the IATA airport code for Vologda Airport, located in Vologda, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 59.2825°N, 39.9444°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
- VGD
- City
- Vologda
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Latitude
- 59.2825°
- Longitude
- 39.9444°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VGD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEE - Cherepovets | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| RYB - Rybinsk | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| KMW - Kostroma | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| IAR - Yaroslavl | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| IWA - Ivanovo | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| KLD - Tver | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| VUS - Veliky Ustyug | 388 km | $5,986 | $12/passenger |
| CKL - Shchyolkovo | 395 km | $6,094 | $12/passenger |
| SVO - Moscow | 398 km | $6,140 | $12/passenger |
| GOJ - Nizhniy Novgorod | 409 km | $6,310 | $13/passenger |
| BKA - Moscow | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| PES - Petrozavodsk | 428 km | $6,603 | $13/passenger |
| ZIA - Ramenskoe | 428 km | $6,603 | $13/passenger |
| KSZ - Kotlas | 431 km | $6,649 | $13/passenger |
| VKO - Moscow | 441 km | $6,804 | $14/passenger |
| OSF - Moscow | 444 km | $6,850 | $14/passenger |
| DME - Moscow | 448 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 547 km | $8,439 | $17/passenger |
| LED - St. Petersburg | 548 km | $8,455 | $17/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 550 km | $8,485 | $17/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 565 km | $8,717 | $17/passenger |
| KLF - Kaluga | 569 km | $8,779 | $18/passenger |
| ARH - Arkhangelsk | 593 km | $9,149 | $18/passenger |
| KTQ - Kitee | 624 km | $9,627 | $19/passenger |
| VLU - Velikiye Luki | 639 km | $9,858 | $20/passenger |
| SCW - Syktyvkar | 652 km | $10,059 | $20/passenger |
| SKX - Saransk | 657 km | $10,136 | $20/passenger |
| SVL - Savonlinna | 668 km | $10,306 | $21/passenger |
| JOE - Joensuu | 671 km | $10,352 | $21/passenger |
| CSH - Solovetsky Islands | 675 km | $10,414 | $21/passenger |
| LPP - Lappeenranta | 680 km | $10,491 | $21/passenger |
| LNX - Smolensk | 688 km | $10,614 | $21/passenger |
| PKV - Pskov | 690 km | $10,645 | $21/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 691 km | $10,661 | $21/passenger |
| LDG - Arkhangelsk | 692 km | $10,676 | $21/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 726 km | $11,201 | $22/passenger |
| VRK - Varkaus | 729 km | $11,247 | $22/passenger |
| LPK - Lipetsk | 732 km | $11,293 | $23/passenger |
| VTB - Vitebsk | 739 km | $11,401 | $23/passenger |
| UTI - Utti | 742 km | $11,448 | $23/passenger |
| MIK - Mikkeli | 746 km | $11,509 | $23/passenger |
| OEL - Oakley | 747 km | $11,525 | $23/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 751 km | $11,586 | $23/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 754 km | $11,633 | $23/passenger |
| BZK - Bryansk | 762 km | $11,756 | $24/passenger |
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 764 km | $11,787 | $24/passenger |
| TAY - Tartu | 770 km | $11,880 | $24/passenger |
| KUO - Kuopio | 770 km | $11,880 | $24/passenger |
| QLF - Vesivehmaa | 812 km | $12,528 | $25/passenger |
| VOZ - Voronezh | 832 km | $12,836 | $26/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VGD 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 VGD
- 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 Vologda
Vologda 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 VGD
As a European airport, VGD 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 VGD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vologda Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VGD
- 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 VGD are CEE, RYB, KMW — consider these for potentially lower fares