Leisure and low-cost airlines in the UK refuse to impose fuel surcharges
As Jet2, Ryanair and Wizz Air reiterated recently their position that they do not apply fuel surcharges, TUI and easyJet have moved quickly in ruling out fuel surcharges on holiday bookings from the UK, seeking to reassure travelers amid rising concerns over potential fare increases linked to volatile oil markets.
Both ultra-low-cost carriers Ryanair and Wizz Air explained fuel costs are already embedded into their base fares under their low-cost pricing models, meaning any fluctuations are reflected through dynamic ticket pricing rather than add-on fees.
These various announcements came as British Airways parent company IAG confirmed it is making “pricing adjustments” in response to higher jet fuel costs driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices. A spokesperson acknowledged that while there are no fuel supply disruptions, rising costs are still feeding through to pricing.
Last week, Jet2 set the tone by confirming it would not introduce fuel surcharges on any existing or future bookings. EasyJet and easyJet holidays followed within 24 hours, also ruling out additional charges across flights and package holidays.
The easyJet group said no surcharges would apply to pre-booked holidays or new summer 2026 bookings. It also noted there is currently no disruption to jet fuel supply and operations are running normally.
EasyJet holidays chief executive Garry Wilson said the group is prioritizing transparency and customer reassurance. “Our operations remain unaffected, so customers can be confident that their holiday will go ahead as planned with no surprise extra payments,” he declared.
UK Department for Transport with reassuring wording towards passengers
In the meantime, the UK government has also intervened with contingency planning, including temporary flexibility on airport slot usage rules should fuel shortages impact airline operations. Flexibility on airport slot rules would help airlines manage sustained cost pressures more efficiently while maintaining connectivity.
It confirmed that Airport Coordination Limited has updated guidance so airlines will not lose airport slots if fuel shortages prevent them from operating, allowing exemptions from the “use it or lose it” rule.
“This means airlines can now focus on minimizing disruption for passengers, rather than feeling pressure to operate flights purely to protect their slots,” the DfT said.
The Department for Transport said it is closely monitoring fuel supply chains following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, working with airlines, airports and suppliers to maintain resilience.
The department added there is currently no need for passengers to alter travel plans, noting that airlines typically hedge fuel purchases in advance and airports maintain strategic reserves.
“If your flight is cancelled, you have clear legal rights, including the right to a full refund or re-routing,” it added.
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