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Jet Fuel Prices Surge 60%, Airlines Adjust Fares

3/13/2026

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Jet fuel prices have risen more than 60% since late February, following the U.S. and Israel's attacks on Iran.
United Airlines and Delta Air Lines can absorb higher costs due to strong demand.
Cathay Pacific Airways and Qantas Airways are raising fares to offset higher fuel costs.
Analysts expect a first-half earnings hit depending on how long fuel prices stay elevated.

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Story summary

Jet fuel prices have risen more than 60% since late February, following the U.S. and Israel's attacks on Iran.
United Airlines and Delta Air Lines can absorb higher costs due to strong demand.
Cathay Pacific Airways and Qantas Airways are raising fares to offset higher fuel costs.
Analysts expect a first-half earnings hit depending on how long fuel prices stay elevated.