YUE - Yuendumu Airport
Yuendumu , Australia
IATA Code: YUE · Yuendumu , Australia
The airport code YUE is the IATA identifier for Yuendumu Airport. You may also find it referred to as Yuendumu Airport (YUE).
Yuendumu Airport (YUE) serves Yuendumu , Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YUE is the IATA airport code for Yuendumu Airport, located in Yuendumu , Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 22.2542°S, 131.7820°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
- YUE
- City
- Yuendumu
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Darwin
- Latitude
- -22.2542°
- Longitude
- 131.7820°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YUE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMG - Hermannsburg | 214 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| KCS - Petermann | 241 km | $3,475 | $7/passenger |
| ASP - Alice Springs | 277 km | $3,994 | $8/passenger |
| AYQ - Uluru | 336 km | $4,845 | $10/passenger |
| EDD - Erldunda | 361 km | $5,206 | $10/passenger |
| TCA - Tennant Creek | 383 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| DKV - Docker River | 400 km | $5,768 | $12/passenger |
| AMT - Amata | 433 km | $6,244 | $12/passenger |
| HOK - Hooker Creek | 452 km | $6,518 | $13/passenger |
| FIK - Finke | 468 km | $6,749 | $13/passenger |
| KFG - Kalkgurung | 546 km | $7,873 | $16/passenger |
| HCQ - Halls Creek | 619 km | $8,926 | $18/passenger |
| VCD - Victoria River Downs | 656 km | $9,460 | $19/passenger |
| GYL - Argyle | 716 km | $10,325 | $21/passenger |
| MCV - McArthur River Mine | 788 km | $11,363 | $23/passenger |
| KNX - Kununurra | 789 km | $11,377 | $23/passenger |
| FIZ - Fitzroy Crossing | 791 km | $11,406 | $23/passenger |
| CPD - Coober Pedy | 810 km | $11,680 | $23/passenger |
| ISA - Mount Isa | 817 km | $11,781 | $24/passenger |
| BEU - Bedourie | 818 km | $11,796 | $24/passenger |
| NKB - Noonkanbah | 834 km | $12,026 | $24/passenger |
| BOX - Borroloola | 835 km | $12,041 | $24/passenger |
| BQL - Boulia | 837 km | $12,070 | $24/passenger |
| WYN - Wyndham | 841 km | $12,127 | $24/passenger |
| KTR - Katherine | 862 km | $12,430 | $25/passenger |
| BVI - Birdsville | 868 km | $12,517 | $25/passenger |
| DMD - Doomadgee | 878 km | $12,661 | $25/passenger |
| RPB - Roper Bar | 885 km | $12,762 | $26/passenger |
| RPM - | 894 km | $12,891 | $26/passenger |
| PXH - Prominent Hill | 910 km | $13,122 | $26/passenger |
| CNJ - Cloncurry | 920 km | $13,266 | $27/passenger |
| PKT - Wadeye | 921 km | $13,281 | $27/passenger |
| BUC - Burketown | 952 km | $13,728 | $27/passenger |
| DCN - Derby | 980 km | $14,132 | $28/passenger |
| TEF - Telfer | 987 km | $14,233 | $28/passenger |
| ONG - Mornington Island | 994 km | $14,333 | $29/passenger |
| DLK - Dulkaninna | 1,007 km | $14,521 | $29/passenger |
| DRB - Derby | 1,008 km | $14,535 | $29/passenger |
| FOS - Forrest | 1,022 km | $14,737 | $29/passenger |
| KYI - Yalata | 1,025 km | $14,781 | $30/passenger |
| CDA - Cooinda | 1,043 km | $15,040 | $30/passenger |
| JCK - Julia Creek | 1,044 km | $15,054 | $30/passenger |
| GTE - Groote Eylandt | 1,045 km | $15,069 | $30/passenger |
| OLP - Olympic Dam | 1,046 km | $15,083 | $30/passenger |
| MOO - Moomba | 1,067 km | $15,386 | $31/passenger |
| JAB - Jabiru | 1,073 km | $15,473 | $31/passenger |
| KRB - Karumba | 1,086 km | $15,660 | $31/passenger |
| NTN - Normanton | 1,095 km | $15,790 | $32/passenger |
| DRW - Darwin | 1,098 km | $15,833 | $32/passenger |
| BME - Broome | 1,106 km | $15,949 | $32/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YUE 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 YUE
- 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 Yuendumu
Yuendumu has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through YUE
Located in the Oceania region, YUE 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 YUE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Yuendumu Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YUE
- 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 YUE are HMG, KCS, ASP — consider these for potentially lower fares