Global airlines hike ticket prices as Iran war sends costs soaring

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 75% complete by By ReutersMarch 10, 2026 at 06:14 PM

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Following the US-Israel attack on Iran in March 2026, global airlines, including Qantas, SAS, and Air New Zealand, are raising ticket prices due to soaring jet fuel costs. The conflict has disrupted oil shipping, causing jet fuel prices to jump from $85-$90 to $150-$200 per barrel. Air New Zealand has suspended its financial outlook for 2026 due to the uncertainty. While some airlines like Lufthansa and Ryanair have fuel hedging in place, others, like SAS, have implemented temporary price adjustments. Finnair, despite hedging a significant portion of its fuel purchases, warns that a prolonged crisis could impact both fuel prices and availability. The price hikes are sparking fears of a deep travel slump.

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Hezbollah 30% Reuters 40% Lufthansa 50% Ryanair 50% Strait of Hormuz 50% Finnair ×260% Qantas Airways 60% SAS ×270% Air New Zealand 70% United States 80% Israel 80% Iran ×590%

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Iran

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