VHY - Vichy-Charmeil Airport
Vichy, France
IATA Code: VHY · Vichy, France
The airport code VHY is the IATA identifier for Vichy-Charmeil Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vichy Airport (VHY).
Vichy-Charmeil Airport (VHY) serves Vichy, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VHY is the IATA airport code for Vichy-Charmeil Airport, located in Vichy, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.1697°N, 3.4037°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
- VHY
- City
- Vichy
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 46.1697°
- Longitude
- 3.4037°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VHY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 46 km | $710 | $1/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 48 km | $741 | $1/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 54 km | $833 | $2/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 95 km | $1,466 | $3/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 126 km | $1,944 | $4/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 129 km | $1,990 | $4/passenger |
| LYS - Lyon | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 161 km | $2,484 | $5/passenger |
| GNB - Grenoble | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 196 km | $3,024 | $6/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 209 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| XOG - Orange | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VHY 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 VHY
- 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 Vichy
Vichy 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 VHY
As a European airport, VHY 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.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via VHY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vichy-Charmeil Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VHY
- 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 VHY are CFE, RNE, SYT — consider these for potentially lower fares