The Iran war has caused the cost of jet fuel to surge. Here's how travelers are impacted.
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The war in Iran has doubled jet fuel costs, causing flight cancellations and fare increases for travelers.
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Your air travel plans may be affected by flight cancellations, increased fares, and higher fees due to surging jet fuel costs.
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The war in Iran has caused jet fuel costs to double, leading to significant disruptions for air travelers. Shortages, exacerbated by ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, have prompted the head of the International Energy Agency to warn that Europe may have only "six weeks or so" of jet fuel remaining. Consequently, airlines globally are canceling flights and increasing fares and fees. Kris Van Cleave is explaining these impacts.
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Airlines globally are canceling flights and increasing fares and fees in response to the fuel crisis.
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