WME - Mount Keith Airport
Mount Keith, Australia
IATA Code: WME · Mount Keith, Australia
The airport code WME is the IATA identifier for Mount Keith Airport. You may also find it referred to as Mount Keith Airport (WME).
Mount Keith Airport (WME) serves Mount Keith, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
WME is the IATA airport code for Mount Keith Airport, located in Mount Keith, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.2864°S, 120.5550°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- WME
- City
- Mount Keith
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Perth
- Latitude
- -27.2864°
- Longitude
- 120.5550°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from WME
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LER - Leinster | 64 km | $923 | $2/passenger |
| WUN - Wiluna | 80 km | $1,154 | $2/passenger |
| LNO - Leonora | 192 km | $2,769 | $6/passenger |
| MKR - Meekatharra | 213 km | $3,071 | $6/passenger |
| LVO - Laverton | 236 km | $3,403 | $7/passenger |
| MMG - Mount Magnet | 283 km | $4,081 | $8/passenger |
| KGI - Kalgoorlie | 399 km | $5,754 | $12/passenger |
| ZNE - Newman | 437 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| CJF - Coondewanna | 511 km | $7,369 | $15/passenger |
| BYP - Barimunya | 532 km | $7,671 | $15/passenger |
| PBO - Paraburdoo | 538 km | $7,758 | $16/passenger |
| KFE - Cloudbreak | 567 km | $8,176 | $16/passenger |
| GET - Geraldton | 598 km | $8,623 | $17/passenger |
| KAX - Kalbarri | 623 km | $8,984 | $18/passenger |
| OCM - Brockman | 623 km | $8,984 | $18/passenger |
| SLJ - Solomon | 626 km | $9,027 | $18/passenger |
| TEF - Telfer | 642 km | $9,258 | $19/passenger |
| PER - Perth | 681 km | $9,820 | $20/passenger |
| JAD - Perth | 700 km | $10,094 | $20/passenger |
| MJK - Shark Bay | 711 km | $10,253 | $21/passenger |
| RTS - Rottnest Island | 714 km | $10,296 | $21/passenger |
| EPR - Esperance | 722 km | $10,411 | $21/passenger |
| RVT - Ravensthorpe | 725 km | $10,455 | $21/passenger |
| CVQ - Carnarvon | 738 km | $10,642 | $21/passenger |
| PHE - Port Hedland | 793 km | $11,435 | $23/passenger |
| BUY - Bunbury | 823 km | $11,868 | $24/passenger |
| KTA - Karratha | 826 km | $11,911 | $24/passenger |
| ONS - Onslow | 833 km | $12,012 | $24/passenger |
| FOS - Forrest | 834 km | $12,026 | $24/passenger |
| LEA - Learmonth | 861 km | $12,416 | $25/passenger |
| BQB - Brusselton | 866 km | $12,488 | $25/passenger |
| BWB - Barrow Island | 885 km | $12,762 | $26/passenger |
| ALH - Albany | 891 km | $12,848 | $26/passenger |
| DKV - Docker River | 892 km | $12,863 | $26/passenger |
| BME - Broome | 1,053 km | $15,184 | $30/passenger |
| AYQ - Uluru | 1,065 km | $15,357 | $31/passenger |
| AMT - Amata | 1,066 km | $15,372 | $31/passenger |
| NKB - Noonkanbah | 1,072 km | $15,458 | $31/passenger |
| DCN - Derby | 1,130 km | $16,295 | $33/passenger |
| FIZ - Fitzroy Crossing | 1,135 km | $16,367 | $33/passenger |
| DRB - Derby | 1,148 km | $16,554 | $33/passenger |
| KCS - Petermann | 1,172 km | $16,900 | $34/passenger |
| KYI - Yalata | 1,186 km | $17,102 | $34/passenger |
| HCQ - Halls Creek | 1,242 km | $17,910 | $36/passenger |
| YUE - Yuendumu | 1,263 km | $18,212 | $36/passenger |
| HMG - Hermannsburg | 1,283 km | $18,501 | $37/passenger |
| EDD - Erldunda | 1,287 km | $18,559 | $37/passenger |
| CED - Ceduna | 1,379 km | $19,885 | $40/passenger |
| ASP - Alice Springs | 1,393 km | $20,087 | $40/passenger |
| CPD - Coober Pedy | 1,401 km | $20,202 | $40/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your WME 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 Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/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 WME
- 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 Mount Keith
Mount Keith enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through WME
Located in the Oceania region, WME serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 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 WME
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Mount Keith Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from WME
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to WME are LER, WUN, LNO — consider these for potentially lower fares