XMC - Mallacoota Airport
Mallacoota, Australia
IATA Code: XMC · Mallacoota, Australia
The airport code XMC is the IATA identifier for Mallacoota Airport. You may also find it referred to as Mallacoota Airport (XMC).
Mallacoota Airport (XMC) serves Mallacoota, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
XMC is the IATA airport code for Mallacoota Airport, located in Mallacoota, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 37.5983°S, 149.7200°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
- XMC
- City
- Mallacoota
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Hobart
- Latitude
- -37.5983°
- Longitude
- 149.7200°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from XMC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIM - Merimbula | 78 km | $1,125 | $2/passenger |
| OOM - Cooma | 159 km | $2,293 | $5/passenger |
| BSJ - Bairnsdale | 192 km | $2,769 | $6/passenger |
| MYA - Moruya | 193 km | $2,783 | $6/passenger |
| MHU - Mount Hotham | 220 km | $3,172 | $6/passenger |
| CYG - | 227 km | $3,273 | $7/passenger |
| SXE - Sale | 248 km | $3,576 | $7/passenger |
| CBR - Canberra | 259 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| TUM - | 291 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| TGN - Morwell | 293 km | $4,225 | $8/passenger |
| ABX - Albury | 299 km | $4,312 | $9/passenger |
| NOA - Nowra | 304 km | $4,384 | $9/passenger |
| GUL - Goulburn | 310 km | $4,470 | $9/passenger |
| FLS - Flinders Island | 315 km | $4,542 | $9/passenger |
| WGT - | 330 km | $4,759 | $10/passenger |
| WGA - Wagga Wagga | 337 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| CWW - | 348 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| BLN - | 349 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 351 km | $5,061 | $10/passenger |
| CMD - | 364 km | $5,249 | $10/passenger |
| NGA - | 395 km | $5,696 | $11/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 405 km | $5,840 | $12/passenger |
| TEM - Temora | 405 km | $5,840 | $12/passenger |
| SHT - Shepparton | 406 km | $5,855 | $12/passenger |
| MBW - Melbourne | 408 km | $5,883 | $12/passenger |
| MEB - Melbourne | 424 km | $6,114 | $12/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 424 km | $6,114 | $12/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 427 km | $6,157 | $12/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 428 km | $6,172 | $12/passenger |
| MEL - Melbourne | 429 km | $6,186 | $12/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 432 km | $6,229 | $12/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 455 km | $6,561 | $13/passenger |
| AVV - Avalon | 464 km | $6,691 | $13/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 466 km | $6,720 | $13/passenger |
| WWY - West Wyalong | 467 km | $6,734 | $13/passenger |
| ECH - | 469 km | $6,763 | $14/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 472 km | $6,806 | $14/passenger |
| GEX - Geelong | 478 km | $6,893 | $14/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 483 km | $6,965 | $14/passenger |
| DPO - Devonport | 487 km | $7,023 | $14/passenger |
| BXG - Bendigo | 487 km | $7,023 | $14/passenger |
| LST - Launceston | 489 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 497 km | $7,167 | $14/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 498 km | $7,181 | $14/passenger |
| BWT - Burnie | 511 km | $7,369 | $15/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 515 km | $7,426 | $15/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 533 km | $7,686 | $15/passenger |
| SIO - | 537 km | $7,744 | $15/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 555 km | $8,003 | $16/passenger |
| KRA - | 555 km | $8,003 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your XMC 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 XMC
- 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 Mallacoota
Mallacoota 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 XMC
Located in the Oceania region, XMC 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 XMC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Mallacoota Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from XMC
- 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 XMC are MIM, OOM, BSJ — consider these for potentially lower fares