NEW DELHI: Be prepared for expensive domestic flights this summer, just like international flights have been since the outbreak of Iran war. The summer schedule is likely to see about 3,000 weekly fewer domestic flights – a 12% decline – over last summer’s 25,610. With the fare caps gone and the number of flights reduced, cost of travel is set to soar under the summer schedule that is effective from March 29.”A significant hike in aviation turbine fuel prices is expected from April 1. That will mean a serious increase in operating costs and fares. Though Air India group, IndiGo and Akasa have either hiked or levied, that will mean nothing compared to the ATF hike being anticipated. Israel Iran WarMiddle East conflict: One Indian dead, another injured by missile debris in Abu Dhabi‘Man who ran Strait of Hormuz’: Iran navy commander Alireza Tangsiri killed in Israeli strikeBab al-Mandeb: How the ‘Gate of Tears’ may emerge as Iran’s second choke point after HormuzAt those levels, only a handful of either profitable (read IndiGo) or backed by cash-rich groups (read Tata for Air India) will be able to operate flights as per demand. Some weak players simply won’t have funds to fill up their planes and will struggle to remain afloat,” said an industry insider.Airlines know hiking fares beyond a point will mean hurting demand, which will then mean operating fewer flights. The approved schedule anyway is the maximum number of flights that an airline can operate. The number that is actually does depends on supply, demand and operating costs, among other things.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosLPG Vessel ‘Apollo Ocean’ Carrying 16,000 Tonnes Of Cargo Docks In KarnatakaUS Lawmaker Brandon Gill’s Chhat Puja Remark Sparks Outrage, Indian Diaspora Hits Back Strongly’Only PM Modi Can…’: Ex-US Army Col Ridicules Pak’s Mediation Push In Iran War, Pitches India‘Get Serious Before It’s Too Late’, Trump To Iran; Indian Govt Says ‘Have Enough Fuel For 2 Months’West Asia Conflict: PM Modi To Chair Key Meet With CMs To Review Preparedness, PlansIAF Seeks Ultra-Light High-Altitude Drones To Enhance Garud Commandos Capabilities | WatchHow Precision Rockets Are Changing Modern Warfare | Pinaka System Explained’India Is An Oasis Of Energy Security’: Govt Says No Fuel Shortage, Warns Against Misinformation’China And India Cannot Be Moved Apart’: Chinese Envoy’s BIG Message To Delhi, Urges Good TiesIndia-US Defence Partnership Enters New Phase With Focus On Co-Development And Technology Sharing123Photostories10 abandoned islands in the world no one dares to live on and the chilling reasons whyPM Narendra Modi loves Khichdi for regular meals: 5 traditional ways to add 20 gms more protein to the comfort mealFrom Instagram talaq to ‘Divorce’ perfume and rapper romance: Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra’s fearless reinvention as a single momAre situationships hurting your mental health?From Jameel Jamali to Ram Prasad and Ravi Choudhary; Rakesh Bedi’s memorable roles in BollywoodObjectum sexuality: 10 bizarre incidents where people “Married” objectsWhat men really want! 5 things husbands secretly wish from their wivesDurandhar 2’s Rakesh Bedi aka Jameel Jamali’s 5 memorable shows: From Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah to Shrimaan ShrimatiWant puffed-up pooris every time? Chef Ranveer Brar reveals 2 simple tricks to follow5 versatile bikes that adapt to every terrain with precision123Hot PicksKaroline LeavitTristan da Cunha8th Pay CommissionGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingICE immigration courtsFIFA World Cup TrophyIndia-Bangladesh NewsIran war newsMLB Opening Day 2026US-Iran-War impactUS mortgage ratesNirav ModiUS citizenshipCOVID-19 fraud case
NEW DELHI: Be prepared for expensive domestic flights this summer, just like international flights have been since the outbreak of Iran war. The summer schedule is likely to see about 3,000 weekly fewer domestic flights – a 12% decline – over last summer’s 25,610. With the fare caps gone and the number of flights reduced, cost of travel is set to soar under the summer schedule that is effective from March 29.“A significant hike in aviation turbine fuel prices is expected from April 1. That will mean a serious increase in operating costs and fares. Though Air India group, IndiGo and Akasa have either hiked or levied, that will mean nothing compared to the ATF hike being anticipated. At those levels, only a handful of either profitable (read IndiGo) or backed by cash-rich groups (read Tata for Air India) will be able to operate flights as per demand. Some weak players simply won’t have funds to fill up their planes and will struggle to remain afloat,” said an industry insider.Airlines know hiking fares beyond a point will mean hurting demand, which will then mean operating fewer flights. The approved schedule anyway is the maximum number of flights that an airline can operate. The number that is actually does depends on supply, demand and operating costs, among other things.
