Airfares rise in Pakistan after jet fuel price surge
“Airlines in Pakistan have increased fares on domestic and international routes after a steep rise in jet fuel prices.”
Key points
- Airlines in Pakistan have increased fares on domestic and international routes after a steep rise in jet fuel prices.
- The fare hike reflects growing pressure on operating costs across the aviation sector.
Airlines operating in Pakistan have raised ticket prices after a steep increase in jet fuel costs, according to industry sources. The fare revisions affect both domestic and international routes.
On domestic sectors, ticket prices have reportedly gone up by roughly Rs. 2,800 to Rs. 5,000 per passenger on routes connecting Karachi with major cities including Lahore and Islamabad. International fares have also risen, with increases ranging from around Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 28,000 depending on destination.
The adjustment follows a major jump in jet fuel prices, which sources said rose by Rs. 154 per litre and pushed the fuel price to Rs. 342 per litre. The added operating cost is now being passed on to passengers.
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