XVS - Valenciennes-Denain Airport
Valenciennes, France
IATA Code: XVS · Valenciennes, France
The airport code XVS is the IATA identifier for Valenciennes-Denain Airport. You may also find it referred to as Valenciennes Airport (XVS).
Valenciennes-Denain Airport (XVS) serves Valenciennes, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
XVS is the IATA airport code for Valenciennes-Denain Airport, located in Valenciennes, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.3258°N, 3.4613°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
- XVS
- City
- Valenciennes
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 50.3258°
- Longitude
- 3.4613°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from XVS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIL - Lille | 37 km | $571 | $1/passenger |
| XME - Maubeuge | 41 km | $633 | $1/passenger |
| KJK - Kortrijk-vevelgem | 58 km | $895 | $2/passenger |
| HZB - Merville | 66 km | $1,018 | $2/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 67 km | $1,034 | $2/passenger |
| CRL - Charleroi | 72 km | $1,111 | $2/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 96 km | $1,481 | $3/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 104 km | $1,605 | $3/passenger |
| OST - Ostend | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| XAB - Abbeville | 118 km | $1,821 | $4/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 119 km | $1,836 | $4/passenger |
| RHE - Reims | 121 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| CQF - Calais | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 132 km | $2,036 | $4/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 138 km | $2,129 | $4/passenger |
| WOE - Woensdrecht | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 144 km | $2,222 | $4/passenger |
| CDG - Paris | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| LBG - Paris | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 171 km | $2,638 | $5/passenger |
| GLZ - Gilze-rijen | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| MST - Maastricht | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| EIN - Eindhoven | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| MSE - Manston | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| LYX - Lydd | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| LYM - Lympne | 192 km | $2,962 | $6/passenger |
| RTM - Rotterdam | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| GKE - Geilenkirchen | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| AAH - Aachen | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| LID - Valkenburg | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| BBJ - Birburg | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| SPM - Spangdahlem | 234 km | $3,610 | $7/passenger |
| NRN - Weeze | 235 km | $3,626 | $7/passenger |
| MGL - Moenchengladbach | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| UTC - Soesterberg | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| RCS - Rochester | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| SEN - Southend | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| AMS - Amsterdam | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| DUS - Duesseldorf | 256 km | $3,950 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your XVS 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 XVS
- 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 Valenciennes
Valenciennes 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 XVS
As a European airport, XVS 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 XVS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Valenciennes-Denain Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from XVS
- 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 XVS are LIL, XME, KJK — consider these for potentially lower fares