Air New Zealand raises prices and reduces flights in response to soaring fuel costs

Air New Zealand has announced higher fares and reduced flights for May and June due to soaring kerosene prices linked to the Iran-Iraq War. This situation illustrates the direct impact of the conflict on global air transport.

According to the company, fuel prices have more than doubled compared to their usual level, severely impacting its operating costs. Like many airlines, Air New Zealand is having to adapt its operations to cope with this sharp increase.

The announced adjustments are expected to affect approximately 4% of flights and 1% of passengers scheduled for this period. This is the second capacity reduction in less than a month, following an initial 5% flight reduction decided in March, shortly after the start of the conflict.

The company stated that affected passengers will be informed gradually, with notifications sent throughout the week. These measures aim to limit the operational impact while maintaining a degree of service continuity.

In addition to rising fuel prices, the closure of several airports in the Middle East has also disrupted international air traffic. This combination of factors is increasing the pressure on the entire sector, which is facing an increasingly uncertain environment.