New Delhi

IndiGo has introduced revised fuel charges for both domestic and international flights, effective for all bookings made from April 2, citing a sharp surge in aviation fuel prices.

The airline said the move comes in response to a steep rise in Air Turbine Fuel (ATF) costs, which has significantly increased its operating expenses. According to industry data, jet fuel prices in the region have risen by over 130 per cent in just a month, putting pressure on airlines.

IndiGo noted that the government, through the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and the Ministry of Civil Aviation, has allowed only a partial and staggered increase in fuel costs for domestic carriers. This intervention, the airline said, has helped soften the immediate impact on passengers.

Under the revised domestic fare structure, fuel charges will vary based on distance. Passengers flying up to 500 kilometres will pay Rs 275, while those travelling between 501 and 1,000 kilometres will be charged Rs 400. For distances between 1,001 and 1,500 kilometres, the fee is Rs 600. Routes between 1,501 and 2,000 kilometres will attract Rs 800, and flights exceeding 2,000 kilometres will carry a charge of Rs 950.

For international routes, the airline said the impact of rising fuel costs has been even more pronounced, with ATF prices more than doubling in the past month. As a result, higher fuel surcharges have been introduced across regions.

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Flights within the Indian subcontinent will carry a charge of Rs 900 for distances up to 500 kilometres and Rs 2,500 for longer routes. Travel to destinations in the GCC, Middle East, Southeast Asia, and China will attract Rs 3,000 for distances up to 2,000 kilometres and Rs 5,000 beyond that. A flat fee of Rs 5,000 has been set for routes to Africa, while passengers flying to Greece and Turkey will pay Rs 7,500. For the UK and other European destinations, the surcharge has been fixed at Rs 10,000.

The airline expressed regret over the additional cost burden on passengers, stating that the decision was unavoidable due to rapidly changing market conditions. IndiGo added that it will continue to monitor fuel price trends and adjust charges accordingly, while maintaining its commitment to providing affordable and reliable air travel.