VRE - Vredendal Airport
Vredendal, South Africa
IATA Code: VRE · Vredendal, South Africa
The airport code VRE is the IATA identifier for Vredendal Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vredendal Airport (VRE).
Vredendal Airport (VRE) serves Vredendal, South Africa, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VRE is the IATA airport code for Vredendal Airport, located in Vredendal, South Africa. The airport is situated at coordinates 31.6410°S, 18.5448°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- VRE
- City
- Vredendal
- Country
- South Africa
- Timezone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Latitude
- -31.6410°
- Longitude
- 18.5448°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VRE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SDB - Langebaanweg | 152 km | $2,366 | $5/passenger |
| SBU - Springbok | 225 km | $3,503 | $7/passenger |
| CPT - Cape Town | 258 km | $4,017 | $8/passenger |
| KLZ - Kleinsee | 258 km | $4,017 | $8/passenger |
| AGZ - Aggeneys | 264 km | $4,110 | $8/passenger |
| ROD - Robertson | 273 km | $4,250 | $9/passenger |
| OVG - Overberg | 361 km | $5,620 | $11/passenger |
| ALJ - Alexander Bay | 392 km | $6,103 | $12/passenger |
| OMD - Oranjemund | 395 km | $6,149 | $12/passenger |
| OUH - Oudtshoorn | 405 km | $6,305 | $13/passenger |
| GRJ - George | 444 km | $6,912 | $14/passenger |
| UTN - Upington | 445 km | $6,928 | $14/passenger |
| PBZ - Plettenberg Bay | 523 km | $8,142 | $16/passenger |
| KMP - Keetmanshoop | 569 km | $8,858 | $18/passenger |
| LMR - Lime Acres | 596 km | $9,279 | $19/passenger |
| SIS - Sishen | 618 km | $9,621 | $19/passenger |
| LUD - Luderitz | 637 km | $9,917 | $20/passenger |
| KMH - Kuruman | 662 km | $10,306 | $21/passenger |
| KIM - Kimberley | 676 km | $10,524 | $21/passenger |
| PLZ - Port Elizabeth | 710 km | $11,053 | $22/passenger |
| UTW - Queenstown | 788 km | $12,268 | $25/passenger |
| VRU - Vryburg | 792 km | $12,330 | $25/passenger |
| BFN - Bloemfontein | 796 km | $12,392 | $25/passenger |
| BIY - Bisho | 833 km | $12,968 | $26/passenger |
| ELS - East London | 885 km | $13,778 | $28/passenger |
| MSU - Maseru | 896 km | $13,949 | $28/passenger |
| MBD - Mafeking | 942 km | $14,665 | $29/passenger |
| FCB - Ficksburg | 952 km | $14,821 | $30/passenger |
| KXE - Klerksdorp | 953 km | $14,836 | $30/passenger |
| UTT - Umtata | 959 km | $14,930 | $30/passenger |
| JWA - Jwaneng | 987 km | $15,366 | $31/passenger |
| PCF - Potchefstroom | 996 km | $15,506 | $31/passenger |
| ERS - Windhoek | 1,014 km | $15,786 | $32/passenger |
| WDH - Windhoek | 1,024 km | $15,942 | $32/passenger |
| WVB - Walvis Bay | 1,037 km | $16,144 | $32/passenger |
| JOH - Port Saint Johns | 1,039 km | $16,175 | $32/passenger |
| GBE - Gaberone | 1,069 km | $16,642 | $33/passenger |
| SWP - Swakopmund | 1,073 km | $16,704 | $33/passenger |
| ADI - Arandis | 1,080 km | $16,813 | $34/passenger |
| HRS - Harrismith | 1,085 km | $16,891 | $34/passenger |
| NTY - Pilanesberg | 1,096 km | $17,063 | $34/passenger |
| QRA - Johannesburg | 1,110 km | $17,280 | $35/passenger |
| HLA - Johannesburg | 1,112 km | $17,312 | $35/passenger |
| JNB - Johannesburg | 1,124 km | $17,498 | $35/passenger |
| MGH - Margate | 1,124 km | $17,498 | $35/passenger |
| GCJ - Johannesburg | 1,126 km | $17,530 | $35/passenger |
| LAY - Ladysmith | 1,130 km | $17,592 | $35/passenger |
| WKF - Waterkloof | 1,143 km | $17,794 | $36/passenger |
| GNZ - Ghanzi | 1,148 km | $17,872 | $36/passenger |
| PZB - Pietermaritzburg | 1,155 km | $17,981 | $36/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VRE 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 VRE
- 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 Vredendal
Vredendal enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through VRE
VRE operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via VRE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vredendal Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VRE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to VRE are SDB, SBU, CPT — consider these for potentially lower fares