VLK - Volgodonsk Airport
, Russia
IATA Code: VLK · , Russia
The airport code VLK is the IATA identifier for Volgodonsk Airport. You may also find it referred to as Airport (VLK).
Volgodonsk Airport (VLK) serves , Russia, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VLK is the IATA airport code for Volgodonsk Airport, located in , Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.6821°N, 42.0728°E. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- VLK
- City
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 47.6821°
- Longitude
- 42.0728°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VLK
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROV - Rostov | 162 km | $2,363 | $5/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 208 km | $3,034 | $6/passenger |
| VSG - Lugansk | 217 km | $3,166 | $6/passenger |
| ESL - Elista | 225 km | $3,282 | $7/passenger |
| TGK - Taganrog | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| STW - Stavropol | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| EIK - Eysk | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| DOK - Donetsk | 326 km | $4,756 | $10/passenger |
| KRQ - Kramatorsk | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| MPW - Mariupol International | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| KRR - Krasnodar | 369 km | $5,383 | $11/passenger |
| MRV - Mineralnye Vody | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| ERD - Berdyansk | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| GDZ - Gelendzhik | 465 km | $6,783 | $14/passenger |
| AAQ - Anapa | 469 km | $6,842 | $14/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 476 km | $6,944 | $14/passenger |
| NAL - Nalchik | 479 km | $6,988 | $14/passenger |
| HRK - Kharkov | 491 km | $7,163 | $14/passenger |
| AER - Sochi | 499 km | $7,279 | $15/passenger |
| VOZ - Voronezh | 503 km | $7,338 | $15/passenger |
| KHC - Kerch | 504 km | $7,352 | $15/passenger |
| OZH - Zaporozhye | 505 km | $7,367 | $15/passenger |
| EGO - Belgorod | 517 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 518 km | $7,557 | $15/passenger |
| DNK - Dnepropetrovsk | 524 km | $7,644 | $15/passenger |
| OGZ - Beslan | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| IGT - Magas | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| SUI - Sukhumi | 541 km | $7,892 | $16/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 571 km | $8,330 | $17/passenger |
| LPK - Lipetsk | 587 km | $8,563 | $17/passenger |
| PLV - Poltava | 602 km | $8,782 | $18/passenger |
| KUT - Kutaisi | 613 km | $8,942 | $18/passenger |
| URS - Kursk | 614 km | $8,957 | $18/passenger |
| BWO - Balakovo | 617 km | $9,001 | $18/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 639 km | $9,322 | $19/passenger |
| KWG - Krivoy Rog | 662 km | $9,657 | $19/passenger |
| BUS - Batumi | 676 km | $9,861 | $20/passenger |
| SIP - Simferopol | 686 km | $10,007 | $20/passenger |
| MCX - Makhachkala | 695 km | $10,139 | $20/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 706 km | $10,299 | $21/passenger |
| OEL - Oakley | 725 km | $10,576 | $21/passenger |
| KHE - Kherson | 731 km | $10,664 | $21/passenger |
| KGO - Kirovograd | 732 km | $10,678 | $21/passenger |
| UKS - Sevastopol | 734 km | $10,708 | $21/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 736 km | $10,737 | $21/passenger |
| SKX - Saransk | 749 km | $10,926 | $22/passenger |
| TZX - Trabzon | 765 km | $11,160 | $22/passenger |
| CKC - Cherkassy | 766 km | $11,174 | $22/passenger |
| NLV - Nikolayev | 767 km | $11,189 | $22/passenger |
| ZTU - Zaqatala | 771 km | $11,247 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VLK 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 VLK
- 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
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 VLK
VLK provides air connectivity for , Russia. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via VLK
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Volgodonsk Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VLK
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to VLK are ROV, VOG, VSG — consider these for potentially lower fares