VST - Stockholm Västerås Airport
Vasteras, Sweden
IATA Code: VST · Vasteras, Sweden
The airport code VST is the IATA identifier for Stockholm Västerås Airport. You may also find it referred to as Vasteras Airport (VST).
Stockholm Västerås Airport (VST) serves Vasteras, Sweden, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VST is the IATA airport code for Stockholm Västerås Airport, located in Vasteras, Sweden. The airport is situated at coordinates 59.5894°N, 16.6336°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
- VST
- City
- Vasteras
- Country
- Sweden
- Timezone
- Europe/Stockholm
- Latitude
- 59.5894°
- Longitude
- 16.6336°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VST
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| EKT - Eskilstuna | 27 km | $417 | $1/passenger |
| ARN - Stockholm | 73 km | $1,126 | $2/passenger |
| BMA - Stockholm | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| NYO - Stockholm | 90 km | $1,389 | $3/passenger |
| ORB - Orebro | 99 km | $1,527 | $3/passenger |
| BLE - Borlange | 112 km | $1,728 | $3/passenger |
| GVX - Gavle | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| NRK - Norrkoeping | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| KSK - Karlskoga | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| LPI - Linkoeping | 142 km | $2,191 | $4/passenger |
| HFS - Hagfors | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| KSD - Karlstad | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| SOO - Soderhamn | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| MHQ - Mariehamn | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| MXX - Mora | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| KVB - Skovde | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| TYF - Torsby | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| LDK - Lidkoping | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| HLF - Hultsfred | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| VBY - Visby | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| HUV - Hudiksvall | 243 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| OSK - Oskarshamn | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| JKG - Joenkoeping | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| THN - Trollhattan | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| EVG - Sveg | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| VXO - Vaxjo | 316 km | $4,875 | $10/passenger |
| OSL - Oslo | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| KLR - Kalkmar | 324 km | $4,999 | $10/passenger |
| TKU - Turku | 329 km | $5,076 | $10/passenger |
| SDL - Sundsvall | 330 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| GOT - Gothenborg | 331 km | $5,107 | $10/passenger |
| HMR - Hamar | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| GSE - Gothenborg | 341 km | $5,261 | $11/passenger |
| POR - Pori | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| KDL - Kardla | 358 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| URE - Kuressaare | 370 km | $5,708 | $11/passenger |
| RNB - Ronneby | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| VNT - Ventspils | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
| KRF - Kramfors | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| HAD - Halmstad | 392 km | $6,048 | $12/passenger |
| SKE - Skien | 402 km | $6,202 | $12/passenger |
| BYR - Laeso | 416 km | $6,418 | $13/passenger |
| OSD - Östersund | 417 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| NTB - Notodden | 418 km | $6,449 | $13/passenger |
| AGH - Ängelholm | 429 km | $6,619 | $13/passenger |
| LPX - Liepaja | 431 km | $6,649 | $13/passenger |
| TMP - Tampere | 432 km | $6,665 | $13/passenger |
| VDB - Fagernes | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| KID - Kristianstad | 435 km | $6,711 | $13/passenger |
| RRS - Roros | 437 km | $6,742 | $13/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VST 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 VST
- 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 Vasteras
Vasteras 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 VST
As a European airport, VST 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 VST
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Stockholm Västerås Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VST
- 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 VST are EKT, ARN, BMA — consider these for potentially lower fares