Air India Cuts Flights, IndiGo May Follow - Airfare Surge Ahead?

Domestic air travel could soon become more expensive as airlines begin cutting flight capacity amid soaring jet fuel prices and rising operational costs. Air India has reportedly reduced nearly 22% of its domestic capacity, impacting key metro routes like Delhi-Mumbai and Hyderabad-Mumbai, while sources indicate IndiGo may also cut around 7% capacity. With fewer flights available during the peak summer travel season, the demand-supply imbalance is expected to push ticket prices even higher. Airfares have already risen nearly 15% since the West Asia conflict triggered a sharp spike in aviation fuel costs. Industry experts warn that if crude oil prices remain elevated, passengers may continue to face higher fares and limited availability across major domestic routes in the coming months.