VKT - Vorkuta Airport
Vorkuta, Russia
IATA Code: VKT · Vorkuta, Russia
The airport code VKT is the IATA identifier for Vorkuta Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vorkuta Airport (VKT).
Vorkuta Airport (VKT) serves Vorkuta, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VKT is the IATA airport code for Vorkuta Airport, located in Vorkuta, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 67.4886°N, 63.9931°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
- VKT
- City
- Vorkuta
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Latitude
- 67.4886°
- Longitude
- 63.9931°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VKT
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLY - Salekhard | 151 km | $2,330 | $5/passenger |
| INA - Inta | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| AMV - Amderma | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| USK - Usinsk | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| EZV - Berezovo | 400 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| PEX - Pechora | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| EYK - Beloyarsky | 441 km | $6,804 | $14/passenger |
| NYM - Nadym | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| NNM - Naryan-Mar | 461 km | $7,112 | $14/passenger |
| SBT - Sabetta | 521 km | $8,038 | $16/passenger |
| NUX - Novy Urengoy | 570 km | $8,794 | $18/passenger |
| UTS - Ust-Tsylma | 570 km | $8,794 | $18/passenger |
| NYA - Nyagan | 603 km | $9,303 | $19/passenger |
| UCT - Ukhta | 639 km | $9,858 | $20/passenger |
| TQL - Tarko-Sale | 680 km | $10,491 | $21/passenger |
| OVS - Sovetskiy | 685 km | $10,568 | $21/passenger |
| NOJ - Noyabrsk | 707 km | $10,908 | $22/passenger |
| HMA - Khanty-Mansiysk | 759 km | $11,710 | $23/passenger |
| KGP - Kogalym | 770 km | $11,880 | $24/passenger |
| SGC - Surgut | 817 km | $12,605 | $25/passenger |
| NFG - Nefteyugansk | 821 km | $12,666 | $25/passenger |
| URJ - Uraj | 822 km | $12,682 | $25/passenger |
| RAT - Raduzhnyi | 862 km | $13,299 | $27/passenger |
| LDG - Arkhangelsk | 865 km | $13,345 | $27/passenger |
| DKS - Dikson | 899 km | $13,870 | $28/passenger |
| SCW - Syktyvkar | 900 km | $13,885 | $28/passenger |
| NJC - Nizhnevartovsk | 942 km | $14,533 | $29/passenger |
| IAA - Igarka | 959 km | $14,795 | $30/passenger |
| NSK - Norilsk | 970 km | $14,965 | $30/passenger |
| SWT - Strezhevoy | 1,000 km | $15,428 | $31/passenger |
| THX - Turukhansk | 1,065 km | $16,431 | $33/passenger |
| KSZ - Kotlas | 1,078 km | $16,631 | $33/passenger |
| ARH - Arkhangelsk | 1,091 km | $16,832 | $34/passenger |
| VUS - Veliky Ustyug | 1,131 km | $17,449 | $35/passenger |
| PEE - Perm | 1,137 km | $17,542 | $35/passenger |
| TJM - Tyumen | 1,147 km | $17,696 | $35/passenger |
| SVX - Yekaterinburg | 1,206 km | $18,606 | $37/passenger |
| KVX - Kirov | 1,236 km | $19,069 | $38/passenger |
| CSH - Solovetsky Islands | 1,282 km | $19,779 | $40/passenger |
| KVK - Apatity | 1,282 km | $19,779 | $40/passenger |
| MMK - Murmansk | 1,287 km | $19,856 | $40/passenger |
| IJK - Izhevsk | 1,301 km | $20,072 | $40/passenger |
| KRO - Kurgan | 1,338 km | $20,643 | $41/passenger |
| CEK - Chelyabinsk | 1,361 km | $20,998 | $42/passenger |
| VDS - Vadsø | 1,384 km | $21,352 | $43/passenger |
| KKN - Kirkenes | 1,386 km | $21,383 | $43/passenger |
| BJF - Batsfjord | 1,387 km | $21,399 | $43/passenger |
| TGP - Bor | 1,391 km | $21,460 | $43/passenger |
| BVG - Berlevag | 1,410 km | $21,753 | $44/passenger |
| PPK - Petropavlosk | 1,440 km | $22,216 | $44/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VKT 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 VKT
- 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 Vorkuta
Vorkuta 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 VKT
As a European airport, VKT 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 VKT
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vorkuta Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VKT
- 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 VKT are SLY, INA, AMV — consider these for potentially lower fares