ZAO - Cahors-Lalbenque Airport
Cahors, France
IATA Code: ZAO · Cahors, France
The airport code ZAO is the IATA identifier for Cahors-Lalbenque Airport. You may also find it referred to as Cahors Airport (ZAO).
Cahors-Lalbenque Airport (ZAO) serves Cahors, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ZAO is the IATA airport code for Cahors-Lalbenque Airport, located in Cahors, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 44.3514°N, 1.4753°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
- ZAO
- City
- Cahors
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 44.3514°
- Longitude
- 1.4753°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ZAO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| XMW - Montauban | 37 km | $571 | $1/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 70 km | $1,080 | $2/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 73 km | $1,126 | $2/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 77 km | $1,188 | $2/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 80 km | $1,234 | $2/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 81 km | $1,250 | $3/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 92 km | $1,419 | $3/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 96 km | $1,481 | $3/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 108 km | $1,666 | $3/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 143 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 170 km | $2,623 | $5/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 181 km | $2,792 | $6/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 198 km | $3,055 | $6/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| CFE - Clermont-Ferrand | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| PGF - Perpignan | 212 km | $3,271 | $7/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| MCU - Montlucon-gueret | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| VHY - Vichy | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| EBU - St-Etienne | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 260 km | $4,011 | $8/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| XOG - Orange | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| RNE - Roanne | 274 km | $4,227 | $8/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| VAF - Valence | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| GRO - Gerona | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 292 km | $4,505 | $9/passenger |
| ILD - Lleida | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| SYT - St.-yan | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 307 km | $4,736 | $9/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| LYN - Lyon | 313 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| MRS - Marseille | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| QSA - Sabadell | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ZAO 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 ZAO
- 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 Cahors
Cahors 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 ZAO
As a European airport, ZAO 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 ZAO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Cahors-Lalbenque Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ZAO
- 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 ZAO are XMW, LBI, AGF — consider these for potentially lower fares