Jet Fuel Prices Soar as War in Iran Ripples Through Global Aviation

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Jet fuel prices are surging due to the war in Iran and broader Middle East conflict, prompting airlines including Qantas, SAS, and Air New Zealand to announce airfare hikes. Energy experts warn of prolonged fuel shortages that will drive flight prices higher, potentially leading to a travel slump as consumers delay flying. The crisis illustrates how geopolitical conflict in a key oil-producing region cascades into global aviation and tourism.

As the war in Iran spills over into other parts of the Middle East, energy experts expect the price of several oil and gas products to soar over the coming months, driven by shortages. This will likely affect flight prices, with several airlines warning of anticipated price hikes. It could lead to a travel slump, as consumers wait for prices to fall again. Australia’s Qantas Airways, Scandinavia’s SAS, and Air New Zealand are three of the airlines to have already announced airfare hikes in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle…