ZSE - Pierrefonds Airport
St.-pierre, Reunion
IATA Code: ZSE · St.-pierre, Reunion
The airport code ZSE is the IATA identifier for Pierrefonds Airport. You may also find it referred to as St.-pierre Airport (ZSE).
Pierrefonds Airport (ZSE) serves St.-pierre, Reunion, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ZSE is the IATA airport code for Pierrefonds Airport, located in St.-pierre, Reunion. The airport is situated at coordinates 21.3209°S, 55.4250°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ZSE
- City
- St.-pierre
- Country
- Reunion
- Timezone
- Indian/Reunion
- Latitude
- -21.3209°
- Longitude
- 55.4250°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ZSE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RUN - St.-denis | 49 km | $763 | $2/passenger |
| MRU - Plaisance | 255 km | $3,970 | $8/passenger |
| TMM - Toamasina | 725 km | $11,287 | $23/passenger |
| MNJ - Mananjary | 732 km | $11,396 | $23/passenger |
| SMS - Sainte Marie | 753 km | $11,723 | $23/passenger |
| WVK - Manakara | 770 km | $11,987 | $24/passenger |
| RVA - Farafangana | 801 km | $12,470 | $25/passenger |
| WMR - Mananara | 826 km | $12,859 | $26/passenger |
| WAM - Ambatondrazaka | 830 km | $12,921 | $26/passenger |
| RRG - Rodriguez Island | 844 km | $13,139 | $26/passenger |
| WFI - Fianarantsoa | 861 km | $13,404 | $27/passenger |
| TNR - Antananarivo | 876 km | $13,638 | $27/passenger |
| ANM - Antalaha | 886 km | $13,793 | $28/passenger |
| ATJ - Antsirabe | 886 km | $13,793 | $28/passenger |
| WMN - Maroantsetra | 891 km | $13,871 | $28/passenger |
| WMA - Mandritsara | 924 km | $14,385 | $29/passenger |
| FTU - Tolagnaro | 959 km | $14,930 | $30/passenger |
| SVB - Sambava | 960 km | $14,945 | $30/passenger |
| ZWA - Andapa | 962 km | $14,976 | $30/passenger |
| WMP - Mampikony | 1,006 km | $15,661 | $31/passenger |
| WTS - Tsiroanomandidy | 1,019 km | $15,864 | $32/passenger |
| WPB - Port Bergé | 1,041 km | $16,206 | $32/passenger |
| VOH - Vohemar | 1,054 km | $16,409 | $33/passenger |
| ZVA - Miandrivazo | 1,057 km | $16,455 | $33/passenger |
| WAI - Antsohihy | 1,061 km | $16,518 | $33/passenger |
| OVA - Bekily | 1,087 km | $16,922 | $34/passenger |
| JVA - Ankavandra | 1,096 km | $17,063 | $34/passenger |
| HVA - Analalava | 1,100 km | $17,125 | $34/passenger |
| IVA - Ampampamena | 1,130 km | $17,592 | $35/passenger |
| AMB - Ambilobe | 1,133 km | $17,639 | $35/passenger |
| MJN - Mahajanga | 1,144 km | $17,810 | $36/passenger |
| BMD - Belo sur Tsiribihina | 1,148 km | $17,872 | $36/passenger |
| MJA - Manja | 1,150 km | $17,903 | $36/passenger |
| MOQ - Morondava | 1,160 km | $18,059 | $36/passenger |
| WAQ - Antsalova | 1,166 km | $18,152 | $36/passenger |
| TVA - Morafenobe | 1,166 km | $18,152 | $36/passenger |
| NOS - Nosy-be | 1,167 km | $18,168 | $36/passenger |
| DIE - Antsiranana | 1,192 km | $18,557 | $37/passenger |
| DWB - Soalala | 1,208 km | $18,806 | $38/passenger |
| TLE - Toliara | 1,224 km | $19,055 | $38/passenger |
| MXT - Maintirano | 1,246 km | $19,398 | $39/passenger |
| MXM - Morombe | 1,247 km | $19,413 | $39/passenger |
| BPY - Besalampy | 1,257 km | $19,569 | $39/passenger |
| WTA - Tambohorano | 1,274 km | $19,834 | $40/passenger |
| DZA - Dzaoudzi | 1,434 km | $22,325 | $45/passenger |
| AJN - Anjouan | 1,553 km | $24,177 | $48/passenger |
| NWA - Moheli | 1,594 km | $24,815 | $50/passenger |
| YVA - Moroni | 1,680 km | $26,154 | $52/passenger |
| HAH - Moroni | 1,691 km | $26,325 | $53/passenger |
| LFB - Lumbo | 1,707 km | $26,575 | $53/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ZSE 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 Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/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 ZSE
- 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 St.-pierre
St.-pierre 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 ZSE
ZSE provides air connectivity for St.-pierre, Reunion. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via ZSE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Pierrefonds Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ZSE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ZSE are RUN, MRU, TMM — consider these for potentially lower fares