If you thought you’ve seen the last of airline fuel surcharges, think again. Ever since the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran in February, gas prices have risen quickly, as you probably noticed. That increase doesn’t apply to just the gas you pump into your car, but to jet fuel as well.
To offset those price increases, airlines around the world have once again started raising their fuel surcharges, passing the increase on to their customers. If you’re planning on flying anytime soon, especially internationally, be prepared for these extra fees. Here are the airlines that have already announced increases in fuel surcharges.
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific just released new fuel surcharge tables, and the charge has increased about 105% across the board. That comes after the company’s CEO said that jet fuel prices have almost doubled since January. Like most airlines, the fuel surcharge amount is determined by the origin of the flight. The new higher charges go into effect March 18.
Air India
The national carrier of India will roll out increased fuel surcharges in phases. On March 12, surcharges on domestic flights and flights to Asia and Africa increased by $20 or $30. On March 18, surcharges on flights to Europe, North America, and Australia will increase by $25 or $50, making the fuel surcharge for flights to the U.S. $200.
Hong Kong Airlines
Hong Kong Airlines just announced a fuel surcharge increase of about 35% across the board. The fees will range from about $24 to Taiwan and China, and go all the way up to about $95 for flights to North America, Africa, and Europe.
Qantas
Australia’s largest airline is raising international fares due to rising jet fuel costs. “We are continuing to closely monitor the impact the conflict in the Middle East is having on the volatility in jet fuel prices, which have risen by up to 150 per cent over the past fortnight,” Qantas said in a statement. “Despite hedging, this is driving up costs across the Group.” Specifics have not yet been announced.
AirAsia
Budget airline AirAsia says it has adjusted fares and will be increasing fuel surcharges as necessary, though it did not give specifics. The company plans to “dynamically monitor market conditions and react proactively as and when needed,” according to Bloomberg.
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Air France-KLM
Air France-KLM is raising prices on long-haul flights due to the cost of fuel. “The current geopolitical situation in the Middle East has led to a sudden and significant increase in fuel prices, particularly kerosene. As a result, Air France and KLM are increasing their fares on long-haul flights for tickets issued from March 11, 2026,” the company said in a statement. Though the increases vary, they average about $57 per flight.
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand is taking drastic measures because of the price increase in jet fuel. Along with raising its fares, the airline is also canceling flights — 1,100 of them between now and the end of May. In a statement, the company said that “if the conflict leads to continued elevated jet fuel costs, the airline may need to take further pricing action and adjust its network and schedule as required.”
Thai Airways
Thai Airways is increasing fares by 10-15% to account for increases in fuel costs through a fuel surcharge. The airline said that it has not needed to cancel flights, and that there is still very high demand for bookings. They recommend booking flights ASAP to avoid any future increases and sold out flights.
