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Iran War Hits Airlines: Air India Fuel Surcharge, Flight Cancellations & Fare Surge

Mar 11, 2026, 06:18 PM IST

The Iran war is sending shockwaves through global aviation. Airlines worldwide are facing soaring fuel prices, massive flight cancellations and major route disruptions across the Middle East — one of the busiest air corridors connecting Europe, Asia and Africa. More than 43,000 flights in the region have already been cancelled or disrupted as carriers avoid conflict zones. Jet fuel prices have surged dramatically, forcing airlines to raise ticket fares and impose new fuel surcharges. India’s aviation sector is among the hardest hit. Air India and Air India Express have announced phased fuel surcharge hikes beginning March 12, while SpiceJet has warned that carriers may have no choice but to increase fares further. Global airlines including Qantas, AirAsia, Hong Kong Airlines and Air New Zealand are also raising prices or reviewing fuel levies. Meanwhile, airlines like British Airways, Lufthansa and Air France-KLM are reshaping routes and adding flights to alternative destinations. For travellers, the result is clear — longer routes, higher fares and uncertainty for upcoming summer travel.

Why IndiGo isn't out of danger yet: The pilot crisis that could return in February 2026

Dec 07, 2025, 09:32 AM IST

Former AirAsia CFO Vijay Gopalan says the underlying problem runs deeper and will not be fixed quickly.

'They exploit fear': Redditor's cautionary tale on how one-letter typo on ticket nearly ruined their trip

Mar 27, 2025, 09:41 AM IST

According to the post, the airlines' only advice was to cancel and rebook—at business class rates due to lack of economy seats—pushing the new fare to a shocking ₹2.75 lakh after cancellation fees

This Indian-origin mom flies to work daily, saves money and time: Meet Malaysia’s ‘super commuter’

Feb 11, 2025, 11:05 AM IST

The woman, an assistant manager at AirAsia’s finance operations department, lives in Penang, Malaysia, but her office is in Kuala Lumpur, a journey she makes by air five days a week

Air India launches Maharaja Club: Check details on membership, lounge access, usage

Dec 03, 2024, 01:39 PM IST

Through the revised programme, Air India is offering a range of advantages for participants, regardless of their frequency of travel.

IndiGo and Air India cancel flights to Bali due to volcanic ash formation as high as 10 km

Nov 13, 2024, 05:15 PM IST

This volcanic activity has led to the formation of ash clouds as high as 10 km (32,808 ft) over the region, creating potential hazards for air travel.

Air India-Vistara merger: Air India to let go of 300 non-flying employees on fixed-term contract

Jul 19, 2024, 08:10 AM IST

Vistara, a 51:49 joint venture between the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, is in the process of merging with Air India by the end of this year. The merged entity will require a reduced number of ground staff, leading to the commencement of an “optimisation” process, the airline had said.

‘Earning more than AirAsia CEO, who fired me,’ reveals YouTube star Gaurav Taneja

Oct 19, 2023, 02:44 PM IST

In a light conversation during the podcast, the host repeatedly asked Taneja to reveal how much he makes through brand deals and advertisements, to which he did not gave an extract number but took the moment to “flex” about earning more than the CEO of the AirAsia, the company that fired him.

AirAsia CEO slammed over topless massage during meeting row. Know all about serial entrepreneur Tony Fernandes, who once bought AirAsia for less than $1; his net worth, family and more

Oct 18, 2023, 05:36 PM IST

AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes sparked controversy after he shared a shirtless picture of himself while getting a massage as he was attending a virtual management meeting at the same time. Know all about serial entrepreneur Tony Fernandes, who once bought AirAsia for less than $1; his net worth, family and more in this Business Today Visual Story.

'Didn't expect it to be THIS open': AirAsia CEO trolled for taking massage in conference room

Oct 17, 2023, 03:31 PM IST

The post went viral on LinkedIn and Twitter within no time as it has garnered numerous likes, comments and reposts so far on both these platforms.

Air India’s accumulated loss at end of FY23 estimated to be Rs 14,000 crore: Report

Aug 03, 2023, 09:29 AM IST

Air India: The accumulated losses of Rs 14,000 crore include write-offs on old aircraft and engines.