WMB - Warrnambool Airport
Warrnambool, Australia
IATA Code: WMB · Warrnambool, Australia
The airport code WMB is the IATA identifier for Warrnambool Airport. You may also find it referred to as Warrnambool Airport (WMB).
Warrnambool Airport (WMB) serves Warrnambool, Australia, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
WMB is the IATA airport code for Warrnambool Airport, located in Warrnambool, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 38.2953°S, 142.4470°E. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- WMB
- City
- Warrnambool
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- -38.2953°
- Longitude
- 142.4470°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from WMB
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLT - Hamilton | 79 km | $1,152 | $2/passenger |
| PTJ - Portland | 85 km | $1,240 | $2/passenger |
| ARY - | 120 km | $1,751 | $4/passenger |
| SWC - | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| MGB - Mount Gambier | 158 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| GEX - Geelong | 165 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| AVV - Avalon | 179 km | $2,611 | $5/passenger |
| HSM - Horsham | 182 km | $2,655 | $5/passenger |
| NAC - Naracoorte | 210 km | $3,063 | $6/passenger |
| KNS - King Island | 215 km | $3,136 | $6/passenger |
| WKB - | 220 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| MEL - Melbourne | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| MEB - Melbourne | 224 km | $3,268 | $7/passenger |
| MBW - Melbourne | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| BXG - Bendigo | 240 km | $3,501 | $7/passenger |
| HTU - | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| KRA - | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| ECH - | 314 km | $4,581 | $9/passenger |
| SHT - Shepparton | 333 km | $4,858 | $10/passenger |
| SWH - Swan Hill | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| TGN - Morwell | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
| SIO - | 362 km | $5,281 | $11/passenger |
| BLN - | 369 km | $5,383 | $11/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 377 km | $5,500 | $11/passenger |
| SXE - Sale | 395 km | $5,762 | $12/passenger |
| WGT - | 400 km | $5,835 | $12/passenger |
| BWT - Burnie | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| BZD - | 421 km | $6,142 | $12/passenger |
| CWW - | 431 km | $6,287 | $13/passenger |
| BSJ - Bairnsdale | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
| MHU - Mount Hotham | 452 km | $6,594 | $13/passenger |
| MQL - Mildura | 453 km | $6,608 | $13/passenger |
| DPO - Devonport | 467 km | $6,813 | $14/passenger |
| ABX - Albury | 470 km | $6,856 | $14/passenger |
| HXX - | 470 km | $6,856 | $14/passenger |
| RMK - Renmark | 483 km | $7,046 | $14/passenger |
| PEA - Penneshaw | 488 km | $7,119 | $14/passenger |
| SRN - Strahan | 492 km | $7,177 | $14/passenger |
| ADL - Adelaide | 511 km | $7,454 | $15/passenger |
| FLS - Flinders Island | 518 km | $7,557 | $15/passenger |
| KGC - Kingscote | 523 km | $7,630 | $15/passenger |
| CYG - | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 540 km | $7,878 | $16/passenger |
| LST - Launceston | 544 km | $7,936 | $16/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 554 km | $8,082 | $16/passenger |
| WGA - Wagga Wagga | 567 km | $8,271 | $17/passenger |
| TUM - | 616 km | $8,986 | $18/passenger |
| OOM - Cooma | 618 km | $9,015 | $18/passenger |
| TEM - Temora | 625 km | $9,118 | $18/passenger |
| XMC - Mallacoota | 642 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your WMB 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 WMB
- 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 Warrnambool
Warrnambool 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 WMB
WMB provides air connectivity for Warrnambool, Australia. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via WMB
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Warrnambool Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from WMB
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to WMB are HLT, PTJ, ARY — consider these for potentially lower fares