Fuel Surcharges, Bag Fees: How Airlines Are Passing on Costs to Travelers

The war with Iran has nearly doubled jet-fuel costs for airlines, and the industry is passing on those costs to travelers.

The conflict could cost U.S. airlines $24 billion in added jet-fuel expenses — a figure that could hit $100 billion or more — and major airlines have responded with a wave of baggage fee hikes, fuel surcharges, and base fare increases.

Here’s a rundown of the airline fee increases that several major carriers have levied due to the war in Iran.

War on Iran — Travel Impact

New Airline Fees Since the Conflict Began

Which carriers