VRL - Vila Real Airport
Vila Real, Portugal
IATA Code: VRL · Vila Real, Portugal
The airport code VRL is the IATA identifier for Vila Real Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vila Real Airport (VRL).
Vila Real Airport (VRL) serves Vila Real, Portugal, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VRL is the IATA airport code for Vila Real Airport, located in Vila Real, Portugal. The airport is situated at coordinates 41.2743°N, 7.7205°W. 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
- VRL
- City
- Vila Real
- Country
- Portugal
- Timezone
- Europe/Lisbon
- Latitude
- 41.2743°
- Longitude
- -7.7205°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VRL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VSE - Viseu | 63 km | $972 | $2/passenger |
| BGZ - Braga | 70 km | $1,080 | $2/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| BGC - Braganca | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| VGO - Vigo | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| SLM - Salamanca | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| SCQ - Santiago | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| LEN - Leon | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| LCG - La Coruna | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| VLL - Valladolid | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| OVD - Aviles | 290 km | $4,474 | $9/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| ECV - Madrid | 346 km | $5,338 | $11/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 356 km | $5,492 | $11/passenger |
| RGS - Burgos | 360 km | $5,554 | $11/passenger |
| MAD - Madrid | 361 km | $5,570 | $11/passenger |
| TOJ - Madrid | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| SDR - Santander | 400 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| CQM - Ciudad Real | 417 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| VIT - Vitoria | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| ODB - Cordoba | 454 km | $7,004 | $14/passenger |
| BIO - Bilbao | 455 km | $7,020 | $14/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 457 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 465 km | $7,174 | $14/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 491 km | $7,575 | $15/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 524 km | $8,084 | $16/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 528 km | $8,146 | $16/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 528 km | $8,146 | $16/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 540 km | $8,331 | $17/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 555 km | $8,563 | $17/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 558 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| ABC - Albacete | 561 km | $8,655 | $17/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 564 km | $8,701 | $17/passenger |
| GRX - Granada | 567 km | $8,748 | $17/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 582 km | $8,979 | $18/passenger |
| AEI - Algeciras | 605 km | $9,334 | $19/passenger |
| GIB - Gibraltar | 606 km | $9,349 | $19/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 621 km | $9,581 | $19/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 636 km | $9,812 | $20/passenger |
| VLC - Valencia | 644 km | $9,936 | $20/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 644 km | $9,936 | $20/passenger |
| TTU - Tetouan | 665 km | $10,260 | $21/passenger |
| CDT - Castellón de la Plana | 667 km | $10,290 | $21/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 669 km | $10,321 | $21/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VRL 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 VRL
- 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 Vila Real
Vila Real 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 VRL
As a European airport, VRL 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 VRL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Vila Real Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VRL
- 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 VRL are VSE, BGZ, OPO — consider these for potentially lower fares