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Air India Imposes Fuel Surcharge as Gulf Crisis Drives Jet Fuel Prices Up
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10-03-2026, 21:53
Air India Imposes Fuel Surcharge as Gulf Crisis Drives Jet Fuel Prices Up
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Air India introduces phased fuel surcharges on domestic and international routes due to a sharp rise in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices.
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ATF costs, accounting for 40% of operating expenses, surged since early March 2026, driven by the ongoing West Asia crisis.
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Phase 1, effective March 12, 2026, adds INR 399 to domestic/SAARC routes and USD 10-30 to various international flights.
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Phase 2, from March 18, 2026, increases surcharges by USD 25 for Europe and USD 50 for North America/Australia routes.
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New charges apply only to new bookings; industry warns of potential broader fare hikes and reassessed expansion plans due to rising costs.
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