Air Travel Set to Get Costlier: Airlines May Hike Fares Amid Rising Fuel Prices

• Middle East tensions and rising international crude oil prices are pushing up Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) costs.
• Airlines' operating costs have increased, potentially leading to higher ticket prices.
• Ministry of Civil Aviation is monitoring the situation to prevent arbitrary fare hikes.
• Government may allow 'limited and reasonable' fare increases to offset airline costs.
• Route diversions due to conflict will increase fuel consumption and flight times, impacting passenger fares.