XME - Maubeuge-Élesmes Airport
Maubeuge, France
IATA Code: XME · Maubeuge, France
The airport code XME is the IATA identifier for Maubeuge-Élesmes Airport. You may also find it referred to as Maubeuge Airport (XME).
Maubeuge-Élesmes Airport (XME) serves Maubeuge, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
XME is the IATA airport code for Maubeuge-Élesmes Airport, located in Maubeuge, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.3105°N, 4.0331°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
- XME
- City
- Maubeuge
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 50.3105°
- Longitude
- 4.0331°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from XME
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRL - Charleroi | 34 km | $525 | $1/passenger |
| XVS - Valenciennes | 41 km | $633 | $1/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 73 km | $1,126 | $2/passenger |
| LIL - Lille | 73 km | $1,126 | $2/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 73 km | $1,126 | $2/passenger |
| KJK - Kortrijk-vevelgem | 81 km | $1,250 | $3/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 102 km | $1,574 | $3/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 102 km | $1,574 | $3/passenger |
| HZB - Merville | 104 km | $1,605 | $3/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| RHE - Reims | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 118 km | $1,821 | $4/passenger |
| WOE - Woensdrecht | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| OST - Ostend | 129 km | $1,990 | $4/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 140 km | $2,160 | $4/passenger |
| GLZ - Gilze-rijen | 153 km | $2,360 | $5/passenger |
| EIN - Eindhoven | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| XAB - Abbeville | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 162 km | $2,499 | $5/passenger |
| CQF - Calais | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| RTM - Rotterdam | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| BBJ - Birburg | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| LBG - Paris | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| SPM - Spangdahlem | 193 km | $2,978 | $6/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 197 km | $3,039 | $6/passenger |
| MGL - Moenchengladbach | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 204 km | $3,147 | $6/passenger |
| NRN - Weeze | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| LID - Valkenburg | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| UTC - Soesterberg | 220 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| DUS - Duesseldorf | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| MSE - Manston | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| BNJ - Sankt-Augustin | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| CGN - Cologne | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| AMS - Amsterdam | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 229 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| LYM - Lympne | 229 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| LYX - Lydd | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| HHN - Hahn | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your XME 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 XME
- 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 Maubeuge
Maubeuge 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 XME
As a European airport, XME 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.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via XME
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Maubeuge-Élesmes Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from XME
- 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 XME are CRL, XVS, BRU — consider these for potentially lower fares