ZJI - Locarno Airport
Locarno, Switzerland
IATA Code: ZJI · Locarno, Switzerland
The airport code ZJI is the IATA identifier for Locarno Airport. You may also find it referred to as Locarno Airport (ZJI).
Locarno Airport (ZJI) serves Locarno, Switzerland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ZJI is the IATA airport code for Locarno Airport, located in Locarno, Switzerland. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.1608°N, 8.8786°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
- ZJI
- City
- Locarno
- Country
- Switzerland
- Timezone
- Europe/Zurich
- Latitude
- 46.1608°
- Longitude
- 8.8786°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ZJI
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LUG - Lugano | 18 km | $278 | $1/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 60 km | $926 | $2/passenger |
| BGY - Bergamo | 84 km | $1,296 | $3/passenger |
| LIN - Milan | 85 km | $1,311 | $3/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 88 km | $1,358 | $3/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 96 km | $1,481 | $3/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 98 km | $1,512 | $3/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 112 km | $1,728 | $3/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| AOT - Aosta | 126 km | $1,944 | $4/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 135 km | $2,083 | $4/passenger |
| VBS - Brescia | 139 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| TRN - Torino | 143 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| ZRH - Zurich | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 150 km | $2,314 | $5/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 156 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 159 km | $2,453 | $5/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 175 km | $2,700 | $5/passenger |
| MVV - Verdun | 176 km | $2,715 | $5/passenger |
| VRN - Villafranca | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| PMF - Parma | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| BZO - Bolzano | 191 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| GOA - Genoa | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| CVF - Courcheval | 194 km | $2,993 | $6/passenger |
| MFX - Ajaccio | 197 km | $3,039 | $6/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| ZQL - Donaueschingen | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| CUF - Cuneo | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| GVA - Geneva | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| NCY - Annecy | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| VIC - Vicenza | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| INN - Innsbruck | 224 km | $3,456 | $7/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| CMF - Chambery | 239 km | $3,687 | $7/passenger |
| ALL - Albenga | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| QPA - Padova | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| QLP - Sarzana (SP) | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| BLQ - Bologna | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| TSF - Treviso | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| VCE - Venice | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 281 km | $4,335 | $9/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ZJI 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 ZJI
- 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 Locarno
Locarno 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 ZJI
As a European airport, ZJI 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.
Planning Your Trip via ZJI
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Locarno Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ZJI
- 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 ZJI are LUG, MXP, BGY — consider these for potentially lower fares