Akasa Air has given a big update for its passengers. The airline has decided to impose fuel surcharge on both domestic and international flights. This new rule will come into effect from March 15, 2026. The airline has taken this step due to the ongoing geopolitical changes in the Middle East which have led to a rise in aviation fuel (ATF) prices.
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How much will the new surcharge be and when will it be imposed?
This additional charge will be levied on all new flight bookings made after 00:01 pm on March 15, 2026. If you have booked the ticket before this time, you will not have to pay any extra money. This new charge has been fixed per sector based on distance and time.
Minimum charge: Rs 199 has been fixed for short domestic journeys.
Max Charge: Rs 1,300 has been fixed for long domestic and international routes.
The real reason why flight tickets are expensive
Airline officials said that there has been a huge jump in the prices of ATF. Due to the current situation in the Middle East countries, fuel supply has been affected. According to IATA report, the price of aviation fuel has increased by 85 percent. Akasa Air says that the cost of running the company has increased and hence this charge has been imposed. The airline will also review this charge considering the situation in the coming time.
Other airlines have also imposed charges
The cost of flights for expatriates living in Gulf countries and traveling to India has now increased. Before Akasa Air, IndiGo has also imposed a fuel charge of up to Rs 2,300 from March 14, 2026. Apart from this, Air India and Air India Express have also started implementing such charges from March 12. After these changes, passengers will now have to pay more for their journey.