Jet A-1 is a kerosene-type aviation turbine fuel used in virtually all commercial aircraft and most private jets worldwide. It meets ASTM D1655 and DEF STAN 91-091 standards.

What is the U.S. Gulf Coast FOB benchmark?

The U.S. Gulf Coast Free On Board (FOB) price is the world's most widely referenced jet fuel benchmark, published daily and used by IATA, airlines, and charter operators for pricing.

How do I use the aircraft fuel cost calculator?

Select an aircraft model or enter a custom fuel burn rate (liters/hour), specify flight duration in hours, choose a display currency, and click Calculate. The tool instantly estimates total fuel volume and cost.

What factors drive Jet A-1 prices?

Primary drivers include crude oil prices (~60% of fuel cost), refining margins, seasonal travel demand, geopolitical events, USD strength, and logistics costs.

Are these calculator results binding?

No. Results are estimates based on the global FOB benchmark. Actual charter costs include airport fees, ground handling, crew, insurance, catering, and operator margins. Contact our team for accurate pricing.

Jet A-1 Fuel Price Today and Market Trends

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JET A / A-1 · U.S. GULF COAST FOB BENCHMARK · DAILY MARKET DATA

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🌐 Global Benchmark: U.S. Gulf Coast FOB is the world's most widely referenced jet fuel benchmark, used by IATA, airlines, and charter operators worldwide. Applies to both Jet A-1 (international standard) and Jet-A (North America). Actual uplift prices vary by airport, supplier, and contract terms. Exchange rates are updated in real time.

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Fuel Cost Estimator

31 AIRCRAFT MODELS · GLOBAL CHARTER · FUEL COST CALCULATOR

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⚠ Fuel cost only. Excludes: airport fees, ground handling, crew, insurance, catering, and operator margin.
Jet A-1 reference: U.S. Gulf Coast FOB Benchmark · Actual prices at airports may vary by supplier and location.

Jet Fuel Facts

Fuel Type	Jet A-1 (Kerosene-Type) / Jet-A
Freeze Point	-47°C (Jet A-1) / -40°C (Jet-A)
Net Heat Value	~43.2 MJ/kg
Density	~0.80 kg/L (at 15°C)
1 US Gallon	= 3.785 Liters
1 Gallon Weight	~6.7 lbs / ~3.04 kg
Standard	ASTM D1655 (Jet-A) / DEF STAN 91-091 (Jet A-1)
Global Usage	Jet A-1: worldwide standard · Jet-A: mainly North America

Key Price Drivers

Crude Oil Price	Primary driver (~60% of Jet A-1 cost)
Refining Margin	Refinery cost and profit margin
Seasonal Demand	Peak travel season = higher demand
Geopolitics	Middle East tensions, OPEC+ decisions
USD Strength	Weaker local currency = higher cost
Logistics	Pipeline / tanker freight costs
Taxes & Levies	Vary by airport and jurisdiction

⚠ DISCLAIMER: Prices shown reference the U.S. Gulf Coast FOB market — a globally recognized jet fuel benchmark used by IATA and the aviation industry worldwide. The benchmark applies to both Jet A-1 (international standard) and Jet-A (North America). Actual jet fuel prices at individual airports may differ based on supplier, contract terms, and local taxes. Fuel burn rates shown are approximate cruise averages; actual consumption varies with payload, altitude, and weather. This data is for preliminary estimation only and is not an official price offer. For accurate charter pricing, please contact our team directly.

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