Following IndiGo and Air India, Akasa Air has also announced a fuel surcharge for passengers.
Because of rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, global oil prices have increased sharply. As a result, airfare for common passengers may also rise.
New Fuel Surcharge Rates
According to Akasa Air, the new fuel surcharge will apply to all bookings made from 12:01 AM on March 15, 2026. The airline said that the surcharge will depend on the distance and duration of the flight.
The minimum surcharge for short-distance flights will be ₹199.
The maximum surcharge for long-distance and international flights will be ₹1,300.
This charge will be applied per sector. This means if a passenger is taking a connecting flight, the surcharge may be charged separately for each flight sector.
Reason Behind the Price Increase
The main reason for the surcharge is the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has pushed global crude oil prices higher. Akasa Air said the new surcharge is necessary to manage and balance its increasing operating costs.
Impact on Passengers
Earlier, Air India Express and Air India had already decided to add an extra fuel charge of ₹399 on domestic flight tickets starting March 12.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the airline said the new surcharge system will be introduced in phases.
During the first phase, a fuel charge of ₹399 per ticket will be added on domestic flights and flights to South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries from March 12.
Meanwhile, IndiGo has also increased the fuel surcharge on both domestic and international routes, which means passengers may see higher ticket prices across several airlines. ✈️
