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Jet Fuel Crisis Cuts Flights, Spurs Higher Fares

4/26/2026

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  • Airlines in Europe and the United States are cutting flights and raising fees because the Iran-Israel conflict has disrupted jet fuel supplies.
  • The International Energy Agency warned that Europe has only about six weeks of jet fuel remaining.
  • Rising airfare and gasoline prices are prompting many travelers to choose staycations or nearby destinations.
  • Travelers face higher costs, longer airport lines, and limited insurance options amid a partial U.S. government shutdown.