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Airfare Increases Amid Fuel Price Hikes

Updated 2026-05-12 18:15 UTC 1 source Neutral

Airfares have increased by 21% due to rising jet-fuel prices, with airlines cutting routes and raising bag fees. This trend is affecting travelers across the board.

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Some airlines have raised fares, cut routes and hiked bag fees in response to increasing jet-fuel prices.

2026-05-12 18:04 UTC