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IndiGo Hikes Fuel Surcharges as Jet Fuel Prices Skyrocket 130%

IndiGo has announced increased fuel charges for all new bookings from April 2, citing a steep 130% month-on-month rise in aviation fuel prices. The hike applies to both domestic and international flights, with domestic charges now varying by distance from Rs 275 to Rs 950 per sector. For international routes, the new surcharges are significantly higher, reaching up to Rs 10,000 for flights to the UK and Europe. The airline acknowledged government intervention that helped stagger the cost increase for domestic operations, mitigating a more severe impact on travel affordability.

Key Points: IndiGo Raises Fuel Charges on Domestic & International Flights

  • Fuel charges rise from April 2
  • 130% monthly spike in jet fuel prices
  • Domestic charges vary by distance
  • International surcharges up to Rs 10,000
  • Government intervention limited domestic pass-through
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IndiGo hikes fuel charges for passengers

IndiGo increases fuel surcharges from April 2 due to a 130% spike in jet fuel prices. Check new charges for domestic and international routes.

"is thankful to the Government for timely intervention, without which... fuel cost increases would have severely impacted affordability - IndiGo"

New Delhi, April 1

Low-cost carrier IndiGo announced on Wednesday that it will raise fuel charges on both domestic and international flights for all new bookings made from 12.01 a.m. on April 2, due to the sharp increase in aviation fuel prices.

The airline said the move follows a steep increase in jet fuel costs in the wake of supply chain disruptions due to the Middle East conflict.

According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Jet Fuel Monitor, prices have risen by more than 130 per cent month-on-month. However, in support of air travellers and the aviation industry, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas and the Ministry of Civil Aviation have decided to pass on only a partial and staggered increase of 25 per cent to the airlines for domestic operations.

With this, IndiGo has also recalibrated its domestic fuel charge to vary by different travel distances. All domestic bookings made from April 2 onwards will include the following revised fuel charges per sector.

0-500 km: Rs 275

501-1,000 km: Rs 400

1,001-1,500 km: Rs 600

1,501-2,000 km: Rs 800

Above 2,000 km: Rs 950

IndiGo said it "is thankful to the Government for timely intervention, without which April 2026 fuel cost increases would have severely impacted affordability of domestic air travel".

The airline further stated that for international operations, ATF prices have more than doubled in the last month, consequently driving a significant impact on the airline's operating costs on these routes. All international bookings made from 12.01 a.m. on April 2 will include the following revised fuel charges, per sector:

Indian Subcontinent up to 500 km: Rs 900

Above 500 km: Rs 2,500

GCC & Middle East upto 2,000 km: Rs 3,000

Above 2,000 km: Rs 5,000

Southeast Asia & China upto 2,000 km: Rs 3,500

Above 2,000 km: Rs 5,000

Africa Rs 5,000

Greece and Turkey: Rs 7,500

UK & Europe: Rs 10,000

According to the IndiGo statement, although fully offsetting the fuel price increase would require substantial fare revisions, the airline has passed on a relatively smaller amount to customers, keeping in mind the consequential burden on them.

IndiGo said the increase has been driven "by a sudden and substantial change in the operating environment and the airline will continue to monitor the situation and make relevant adjustments as and when appropriate".

- IANS

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Priya S
While the hike is disappointing, I appreciate that IndiGo and the ministries are trying to stagger the increase. A 130% rise in fuel cost is insane! The partial pass-on is better than the full amount. Still, travel plans will need rethinking.
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Aman W
Rs 10,000 extra for Europe flights! That's almost the price of a return train ticket from Delhi to Mumbai. The "low-cost" tag is becoming a joke. Time to explore Indian Railways more seriously for domestic travel. 🚂
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Sarah B
As someone who travels frequently for work between metros, the Rs 600 charge for 1000-1500 km is significant. Companies will absorb it, but for startups and self-funded travellers, this adds up quickly. The transparency on distance slabs is good, though.
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Vikram M
This is why we need to fast-track sustainable aviation fuels and electric aircraft research in India. We can't keep getting buffeted by every geopolitical storm. Jai Hind, but our aviation policy needs a long-term vision, not just crisis management.
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Kavya N
My respectful criticism: The article says the government passed on only a 25% increase to airlines for domestic ops. That's a relief, but why is the international hike so steep? Are we subsidizing domestic travel by overcharging for international? The logic isn't clear.
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