VSG - Luhansk International Airport
Lugansk, Ukraine
IATA Code: VSG · Lugansk, Ukraine
The airport code VSG is the IATA identifier for Luhansk International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lugansk Airport (VSG).
Luhansk International Airport (VSG) serves Lugansk, Ukraine, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VSG is the IATA airport code for Luhansk International Airport, located in Lugansk, Ukraine. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.4174°N, 39.3741°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
- VSG
- City
- Lugansk
- Country
- Ukraine
- Timezone
- Europe/Kiev
- Latitude
- 48.4174°
- Longitude
- 39.3741°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VSG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROV - Rostov | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| DOK - Donetsk | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| KRQ - Kramatorsk | 132 km | $2,036 | $4/passenger |
| TGK - Taganrog | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| MPW - Mariupol International | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| EIK - Eysk | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| VLK - | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| ERD - Berdyansk | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| HRK - Kharkov | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| OZH - Zaporozhye | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| DNK - Dnepropetrovsk | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| EGO - Belgorod | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| KRR - Krasnodar | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| VOZ - Voronezh | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| PLV - Poltava | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| KHC - Kerch | 407 km | $6,279 | $13/passenger |
| AAQ - Anapa | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| STW - Stavropol | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| URS - Kursk | 431 km | $6,649 | $13/passenger |
| ESL - Elista | 437 km | $6,742 | $13/passenger |
| GDZ - Gelendzhik | 439 km | $6,773 | $14/passenger |
| KWG - Krivoy Rog | 458 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| LPK - Lipetsk | 477 km | $7,359 | $15/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 510 km | $7,868 | $16/passenger |
| KGO - Kirovograd | 523 km | $8,069 | $16/passenger |
| MRV - Mineralnye Vody | 546 km | $8,424 | $17/passenger |
| CKC - Cherkassy | 550 km | $8,485 | $17/passenger |
| KHE - Kherson | 550 km | $8,485 | $17/passenger |
| AER - Sochi | 554 km | $8,547 | $17/passenger |
| SIP - Simferopol | 556 km | $8,578 | $17/passenger |
| OEL - Oakley | 556 km | $8,578 | $17/passenger |
| NLV - Nikolayev | 577 km | $8,902 | $18/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 591 km | $9,118 | $18/passenger |
| UKS - Sevastopol | 607 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
| SUI - Sukhumi | 633 km | $9,766 | $20/passenger |
| NAL - Nalchik | 637 km | $9,828 | $20/passenger |
| BZK - Bryansk | 646 km | $9,966 | $20/passenger |
| KBP - Kiev | 650 km | $10,028 | $20/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 655 km | $10,105 | $20/passenger |
| CEJ - Chernigov | 675 km | $10,414 | $21/passenger |
| IEV - Kiev | 682 km | $10,522 | $21/passenger |
| ODS - Odessa | 690 km | $10,645 | $21/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 692 km | $10,676 | $21/passenger |
| GML - Kiev | 706 km | $10,892 | $22/passenger |
| OGZ - Beslan | 707 km | $10,908 | $22/passenger |
| BWO - Balakovo | 708 km | $10,923 | $22/passenger |
| KLF - Kaluga | 713 km | $11,000 | $22/passenger |
| IGT - Magas | 715 km | $11,031 | $22/passenger |
| KUT - Kutaisi | 735 km | $11,340 | $23/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VSG 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 VSG
- 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 Lugansk
Lugansk 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 VSG
As a European airport, VSG 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 VSG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Luhansk International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VSG
- 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 VSG are ROV, DOK, KRQ — consider these for potentially lower fares