US airlines’ monthly fuel spending topped $6 billion again in May, up 84% from year ago

US airlines’ monthly fuel spending topped $6 billion again in May, up 84% from year ago

US airline fuel costs surge 78% as Middle East conflict drives global profit forecast down

U.S. airlines spent over $6.5 billion on jet fuel in April 2026, a 78% increase year-over-year despite using slightly less fuel, according t

US airline fuel costs surge 78% as Iran tensions threaten Strait of Hormuz, squeezing profits

US airline profits are under severe pressure as jet fuel costs have surged 78% to nearly $6.5bn in April, driven by escalating US-Iran tensi

Airline Stocks Drop as JetBlue Warns of Rising Jet Fuel Costs Amid Iran War

Airline stocks fell sharply on Monday after JetBlue warned of rising jet fuel prices due to the Iran war. JetBlue revised its second quarter

Japan Airlines raise fuel surcharges to $400 amid weak yen, with relief expected in September

Japanese airlines ANA and Japan Airlines have increased fuel surcharges to up to 65,000 yen (~$400) for long-haul flights from North America

Airlines Face 50% Profit Decline in 2026 as Jet Fuel Costs Surge to $100 Billion

The global airline industry is facing severe financial pressure due to persistently high jet fuel prices, which are expected to slash profit