Flight prices to rise sharply after major jet fuel increase
According to aviation sources, the latest increase in prices has pushed jet fuel prices to Rs441.66 per litre after an increase of Rs53.11 per litre. The fuel is used in commercial aircraft, including Airbus and Boeing planes operating domestic and international flights.
Experts say the sudden rise in jet fuel prices Pakistan is a serious challenge for the aviation industry Pakistan, which is already struggling with rising operational expenses and reduced profit margins.
Airlines depend heavily on fuel for daily operations, making fuel costs one of their biggest financial burdens.
Industry officials believe the latest jet fuel increase could force airlines to revise airfare structures soon. Sources within the aviation industry Pakistan say companies may have no choice but to increase airline ticket prices if fuel costs remain high in the coming weeks.
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Travelers are also worried that airline ticket prices for both domestic and international routes may rise significantly before the busy travel season.
Many passengers fear that regular travel could become difficult if airlines transfer the additional fuel burden to customers.
Founder of the Aircraft Owners and Operators Association, Imran Aslam Khan, urged the government to reconsider the decision.
He said the continuous rise in jet fuel prices Pakistan is badly affecting airline operations and increasing financial pressure on the aviation industry Pakistan.
According to Imran Aslam Khan, airlines are already facing nearly double operating expenses because of the latest jet fuel increase.
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He warned that without relief from the government, some companies could face major financial losses due to declining business activity and reduced passenger demand.
Aviation experts say airline ticket prices may continue rising if global fuel costs and local taxes remain unstable. They also believe that the aviation industry Pakistan needs long-term policy support to remain financially stable.
