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Airline Fuel Costs Rise Due to Iran Conflict

Updated 2026-05-05 18:50 UTC 1 source Negative

Fuel prices for airlines have increased due to the ongoing conflict with Iran, leading to potential hikes in checked baggage fees.

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Fuel is airlines' second-largest expense, and getting even costlier due to the U.S. war with Iran. Airlines are looking for ways to cope, starting by hiking checked baggage fees for most fliers.
2026-05-05 18:33 UTC
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