VKO - Vnukovo International Airport
Moscow, Russia
IATA Code: VKO · Moscow, Russia
The airport code VKO is the IATA identifier for Vnukovo International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Moscow Airport (VKO).
Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) serves Moscow, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VKO is the IATA airport code for Vnukovo International Airport, located in Moscow, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 55.5915°N, 37.2615°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
- VKO
- City
- Moscow
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Latitude
- 55.5915°
- Longitude
- 37.2615°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VKO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSF - Moscow | 18 km | $278 | $1/passenger |
| SVO - Moscow | 43 km | $663 | $1/passenger |
| DME - Moscow | 45 km | $694 | $1/passenger |
| BKA - Moscow | 50 km | $771 | $2/passenger |
| ZIA - Ramenskoe | 56 km | $864 | $2/passenger |
| CKL - Shchyolkovo | 59 km | $910 | $2/passenger |
| KLF - Kaluga | 129 km | $1,990 | $4/passenger |
| KLD - Tver | 166 km | $2,561 | $5/passenger |
| IWA - Ivanovo | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| IAR - Yaroslavl | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| RYB - Rybinsk | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| OEL - Oakley | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| BZK - Bryansk | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| KMW - Kostroma | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| LNX - Smolensk | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| LPK - Lipetsk | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| GOJ - Nizhniy Novgorod | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| CEE - Cherepovets | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 414 km | $6,387 | $13/passenger |
| VLU - Velikiye Luki | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| URS - Kursk | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| VOZ - Voronezh | 439 km | $6,773 | $14/passenger |
| VTB - Vitebsk | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| VGD - Vologda | 441 km | $6,804 | $14/passenger |
| MVQ - Mogilev | 494 km | $7,621 | $15/passenger |
| GME - Gomel | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| SKX - Saransk | 534 km | $8,239 | $16/passenger |
| EGO - Belgorod | 552 km | $8,516 | $17/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 573 km | $8,840 | $18/passenger |
| PKV - Pskov | 593 km | $9,149 | $18/passenger |
| CEJ - Chernigov | 616 km | $9,504 | $19/passenger |
| MSQ - Minsk 2 | 622 km | $9,596 | $19/passenger |
| LED - St. Petersburg | 625 km | $9,643 | $19/passenger |
| CSY - Cheboksary | 632 km | $9,750 | $20/passenger |
| HRK - Kharkov | 633 km | $9,766 | $20/passenger |
| MHP - Minsk | 652 km | $10,059 | $20/passenger |
| DGP - Daugavpils | 663 km | $10,229 | $20/passenger |
| JOK - Yoshkar-Ola | 670 km | $10,337 | $21/passenger |
| PLV - Poltava | 697 km | $10,753 | $22/passenger |
| TAY - Tartu | 708 km | $10,923 | $22/passenger |
| ULV - Ulyanovsk | 715 km | $11,031 | $22/passenger |
| KBP - Kiev | 722 km | $11,139 | $22/passenger |
| PES - Petrozavodsk | 722 km | $11,139 | $22/passenger |
| GML - Kiev | 728 km | $11,232 | $22/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 732 km | $11,293 | $23/passenger |
| IEV - Kiev | 735 km | $11,340 | $23/passenger |
| ULY - Ulyanovsk | 747 km | $11,525 | $23/passenger |
| KZN - Kazan | 754 km | $11,633 | $23/passenger |
| KRQ - Kramatorsk | 766 km | $11,818 | $24/passenger |
| VNO - Vilnius | 768 km | $11,849 | $24/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VKO 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 VKO
- 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 Moscow
Moscow 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 VKO
As a European airport, VKO 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 VKO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vnukovo International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VKO
- 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 VKO are OSF, SVO, DME — consider these for potentially lower fares