XTG - Thargomindah Airport
Thargomindah, Australia
IATA Code: XTG · Thargomindah, Australia
The airport code XTG is the IATA identifier for Thargomindah Airport. You may also find it referred to as Thargomindah Airport (XTG).
Thargomindah Airport (XTG) serves Thargomindah, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
XTG is the IATA airport code for Thargomindah Airport, located in Thargomindah, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 27.9864°S, 143.8110°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
- XTG
- City
- Thargomindah
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Brisbane
- Latitude
- -27.9864°
- Longitude
- 143.8110°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from XTG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ULP - Quilpie | 159 km | $2,293 | $5/passenger |
| CMA - Cunnamulla | 178 km | $2,567 | $5/passenger |
| BBL - Ballera | 207 km | $2,985 | $6/passenger |
| TYB - | 236 km | $3,403 | $7/passenger |
| CTL - Charlieville | 299 km | $4,312 | $9/passenger |
| WNR - Windorah | 308 km | $4,441 | $9/passenger |
| BRK - Bourke | 309 km | $4,456 | $9/passenger |
| MOO - Moomba | 355 km | $5,119 | $10/passenger |
| BWQ - | 366 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| WIO - Wilcannia | 396 km | $5,710 | $11/passenger |
| BKQ - Blackall | 427 km | $6,157 | $12/passenger |
| DRN - | 437 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| CAZ - Cobar | 439 km | $6,330 | $13/passenger |
| LHG - Lightning Ridge | 439 km | $6,330 | $13/passenger |
| SGO - St George | 470 km | $6,777 | $14/passenger |
| WGE - Walgett | 477 km | $6,878 | $14/passenger |
| BVI - Birdsville | 500 km | $7,210 | $14/passenger |
| BHQ - Broken Hill | 500 km | $7,210 | $14/passenger |
| LRE - Longreach | 508 km | $7,325 | $15/passenger |
| BCI - Barcaldine | 514 km | $7,412 | $15/passenger |
| RMA - Roma | 516 km | $7,441 | $15/passenger |
| DLK - Dulkaninna | 533 km | $7,686 | $15/passenger |
| CNB - Coonamble | 553 km | $7,974 | $16/passenger |
| ABH - Alpha | 557 km | $8,032 | $16/passenger |
| QRR - | 567 km | $8,176 | $16/passenger |
| BEU - Bedourie | 594 km | $8,565 | $17/passenger |
| LGH - Leigh Creek | 597 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| MRZ - Moree | 612 km | $8,825 | $18/passenger |
| WIN - Winton | 629 km | $9,070 | $18/passenger |
| QRM - | 633 km | $9,128 | $18/passenger |
| NAA - Narrabri | 639 km | $9,214 | $18/passenger |
| GOO - Goondiwindi | 640 km | $9,229 | $18/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 645 km | $9,301 | $19/passenger |
| XTO - Taroom | 651 km | $9,387 | $19/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 657 km | $9,474 | $19/passenger |
| EMD - Emerald | 658 km | $9,488 | $19/passenger |
| CCL - Chinchilla | 685 km | $9,878 | $20/passenger |
| BQL - Boulia | 687 km | $9,907 | $20/passenger |
| CMQ - Clermont | 695 km | $10,022 | $20/passenger |
| BLT - Blackwater | 698 km | $10,065 | $20/passenger |
| GUH - | 706 km | $10,181 | $20/passenger |
| TDR - Theodore | 708 km | $10,209 | $20/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 712 km | $10,267 | $21/passenger |
| MQL - Mildura | 713 km | $10,281 | $21/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 716 km | $10,325 | $21/passenger |
| OLP - Olympic Dam | 728 km | $10,498 | $21/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 729 km | $10,512 | $21/passenger |
| HXX - | 734 km | $10,584 | $21/passenger |
| WWY - West Wyalong | 736 km | $10,613 | $21/passenger |
| BZD - | 738 km | $10,642 | $21/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your XTG 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 XTG
- 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 Thargomindah
Thargomindah 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 XTG
Located in the Oceania region, XTG 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 XTG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Thargomindah Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from XTG
- 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 XTG are ULP, CMA, BBL — consider these for potentially lower fares