Avtur Surge: Expert Says Plane Ticket Prices Could Rise by 35 Percent

by Shama Mangla · May 15, 2026

Avtur Surge Expert Says Plane Ticket Prices Could Rise by 35 Percent - RakyatPost.co

The recent surge in avtur (aviation turbine fuel) prices is said to have the potential to drive up plane ticket fares by as much as 35 percent. Aviation industry observers assess that fuel costs remains the largest component in airline operations.

Rising global energy prices and exchange rate fluctuations are the primary factors affecting avtur prices in both domestic and international markets. These conditions have placed airlines under increasing operational cost pressure.

Aviation experts explain that avtur can account for approximately 30 to 40 percent of an airline’s total operational costs. Consequently, the rise in fuel prices significantly influences the determination of flight fares.

The national aviation industry had previously begun to show recovery alongside increasing public mobility and growth in both tourism and business travel. However, the surge in avtur costs is considered a potential hurdle to this recovery trend.

Beyond the impact on airlines, the potential rise in ticket prices is also expected to affect the tourism and domestic travel sectors, particularly on high-demand routes.

Transportation economy observers believe that airlines will likely implement gradual fare adjustments to maintain operational balance amidst cost pressures.

On the other hand, the government is expected to maintain energy supply stability and strengthen air transportation policies so that public purchasing power is not overly impacted.

Airlines are also said to be continuously seeking other efficiency strategies, such as route optimization, flight frequency adjustments, and the use of more fuel-efficient fleets.

Industry players hope that global energy price conditions can stabilize in the coming months so that the pressure on the aviation sector does not worsen and the industry’s recovery remains on track.