ZQL - Donaueschingen-Villingen Airport
Donaueschingen, Germany
IATA Code: ZQL · Donaueschingen, Germany
The airport code ZQL is the IATA identifier for Donaueschingen-Villingen Airport. You may also find it referred to as Donaueschingen Airport (ZQL).
Donaueschingen-Villingen Airport (ZQL) serves Donaueschingen, Germany, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ZQL is the IATA airport code for Donaueschingen-Villingen Airport, located in Donaueschingen, Germany. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.9733°N, 8.5222°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
- ZQL
- City
- Donaueschingen
- Country
- Germany
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Latitude
- 47.9733°
- Longitude
- 8.5222°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ZQL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZRH - Zurich | 57 km | $879 | $2/passenger |
| LHA - Lahr | 68 km | $1,049 | $2/passenger |
| FDH - Friedrichshafen | 81 km | $1,250 | $3/passenger |
| BSL - Mulhouse | 86 km | $1,327 | $3/passenger |
| CMR - Colmar | 88 km | $1,358 | $3/passenger |
| SXB - Strasbourg | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| STR - Stuttgart | 95 km | $1,466 | $3/passenger |
| ACH - Altenrhein | 95 km | $1,466 | $3/passenger |
| FKB - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden | 95 km | $1,466 | $3/passenger |
| EML - Emmen | 99 km | $1,527 | $3/passenger |
| HOH - Hohenems | 110 km | $1,697 | $3/passenger |
| BXO - Buochs | 111 km | $1,713 | $3/passenger |
| BOR - Belfort | 118 km | $1,821 | $4/passenger |
| ZHI - Grenchen | 121 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| BRN - Bern | 141 km | $2,175 | $4/passenger |
| ZIN - Interlaken | 152 km | $2,345 | $5/passenger |
| ZQW - Zweibruecken | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| MHG - Mannheim | 167 km | $2,576 | $5/passenger |
| QNC - Neuchatel | 168 km | $2,592 | $5/passenger |
| SCN - Saarbruecken | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| RMS - Ramstein | 176 km | $2,715 | $5/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 187 km | $2,885 | $6/passenger |
| SMV - Samedan | 190 km | $2,931 | $6/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 201 km | $3,101 | $6/passenger |
| ZJI - Locarno | 203 km | $3,132 | $6/passenger |
| FEL - Fuerstenfeldbruck | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| GHF - Giebelstadt | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| QLS - Lausanne | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| SIR - Sion | 215 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| QEF - Egelsbach | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| LUG - Lugano | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| INN - Innsbruck | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| FRA - Frankfurt | 229 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| WIE - Wiesbaden | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| KZG - Kitzingen | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| IGS - Ingolstadt | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| HHN - Hahn | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| ZNF - Hanau | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| NUE - Nuernberg | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| DLE - Dole | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| SPM - Spangdahlem | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| QNJ - Annemasse | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| MXP - Milano | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ZQL 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 ZQL
- 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 Donaueschingen
Donaueschingen 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 ZQL
As a European airport, ZQL 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.
🇺🇳 Germany Travel Tips
German airports serve as major European hubs, with Frankfurt and Munich handling significant transit traffic. Efficient rail connections (Deutsche Bahn) integrate directly with airport terminals in many cities.
Planning Your Trip via ZQL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Donaueschingen-Villingen Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ZQL
- 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 ZQL are ZRH, LHA, FDH — consider these for potentially lower fares