VXE - São Pedro Airport
Sao Vicente Island, Cape Verde
IATA Code: VXE · Sao Vicente Island, Cape Verde
The airport code VXE is the IATA identifier for São Pedro Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sao Vicente Island Airport (VXE).
São Pedro Airport (VXE) serves Sao Vicente Island, Cape Verde, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
VXE is the IATA airport code for São Pedro Airport, located in Sao Vicente Island, Cape Verde. The airport is situated at coordinates 16.8332°N, 25.0553°W. 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
- VXE
- City
- Sao Vicente Island
- Country
- Cape Verde
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Cape_Verde
- Latitude
- 16.8332°
- Longitude
- -25.0553°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from VXE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNE - Sao Nocolau Island | 86 km | $1,339 | $3/passenger |
| SID - Amilcar Cabral | 224 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| BVC - Boa Vista | 244 km | $3,799 | $8/passenger |
| MMO - Maio | 271 km | $4,219 | $8/passenger |
| DKR - Dakar | 842 km | $13,108 | $26/passenger |
| DSS - Diass | 887 km | $13,809 | $28/passenger |
| XLS - St. Louis | 920 km | $14,323 | $29/passenger |
| NDB - Nouadhibou | 959 km | $14,930 | $30/passenger |
| NKC - Nouakschott | 977 km | $15,210 | $30/passenger |
| BJL - Banjul | 982 km | $15,288 | $31/passenger |
| KLC - Kaolack | 1,010 km | $15,724 | $31/passenger |
| CSK - Cap Skiring | 1,021 km | $15,895 | $32/passenger |
| ZIG - Ziguinchor | 1,056 km | $16,440 | $33/passenger |
| OXB - Bissau | 1,152 km | $17,934 | $36/passenger |
| BQE - Bubaque | 1,169 km | $18,199 | $36/passenger |
| KDA - Kolda | 1,169 km | $18,199 | $36/passenger |
| VIL - Dakhla | 1,221 km | $19,009 | $38/passenger |
| KED - Kaedi | 1,233 km | $19,195 | $38/passenger |
| MAX - Matam | 1,260 km | $19,616 | $39/passenger |
| TUD - Tambacounda | 1,270 km | $19,771 | $40/passenger |
| ATR - Atar | 1,329 km | $20,690 | $41/passenger |
| BXE - Bakel | 1,364 km | $21,235 | $42/passenger |
| SEY - Selibabi | 1,385 km | $21,562 | $43/passenger |
| VDE - Hierro | 1,426 km | $22,200 | $44/passenger |
| FIG - Fira | 1,435 km | $22,340 | $45/passenger |
| KFA - Kiffa | 1,454 km | $22,636 | $45/passenger |
| TIY - Tidjikja | 1,456 km | $22,667 | $45/passenger |
| KGG - Kedougou | 1,459 km | $22,714 | $45/passenger |
| OUZ - Zouerat | 1,470 km | $22,885 | $46/passenger |
| CKY - Conakry | 1,477 km | $22,994 | $46/passenger |
| GMZ - La Gomera | 1,482 km | $23,072 | $46/passenger |
| KYS - Kayes | 1,484 km | $23,103 | $46/passenger |
| LEK - Labe | 1,506 km | $23,445 | $47/passenger |
| SPC - Santa Cruz De La Palma | 1,509 km | $23,492 | $47/passenger |
| TFS - Tenerife | 1,520 km | $23,663 | $47/passenger |
| TFN - Tenerife | 1,573 km | $24,488 | $49/passenger |
| FNA - Freetown | 1,577 km | $24,551 | $49/passenger |
| LPA - Gran Canaria | 1,583 km | $24,644 | $49/passenger |
| HGS - Freetown | 1,597 km | $24,862 | $50/passenger |
| AEO - Aioun El Atrouss | 1,641 km | $25,547 | $51/passenger |
| EUN - El Aaiún | 1,673 km | $26,045 | $52/passenger |
| GBK - Gbangbatok | 1,705 km | $26,543 | $53/passenger |
| BTE - Bonthe | 1,709 km | $26,606 | $53/passenger |
| FAA - Faranah | 1,719 km | $26,761 | $54/passenger |
| FUE - Fuerteventura | 1,727 km | $26,886 | $54/passenger |
| KBS - Bo | 1,748 km | $27,213 | $54/passenger |
| SMW - Smara | 1,763 km | $27,446 | $55/passenger |
| WYE - Yengema | 1,772 km | $27,586 | $55/passenger |
| ACE - Arrecife | 1,784 km | $27,773 | $56/passenger |
| KEN - Kenema | 1,804 km | $28,085 | $56/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your VXE 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 VXE
- 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 Sao Vicente Island
Sao Vicente Island has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through VXE
VXE provides air connectivity for Sao Vicente Island, Cape Verde. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via VXE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at São Pedro Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from VXE
- 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 VXE are SNE, SID, BVC — consider these for potentially lower fares