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Ryanair CEO warns European airfares could rise 20% due to Iran war fuel costs

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Ryanair's CEO, Michael O'Leary, has warned that European airfares could increase by 10% to 20% next year due to rising fuel costs exacerbated by the Iran war. While Ryanair has some protection through fuel hedging, a significant portion of its future fuel needs are exposed to market volatility, potentially leading to a substantial increase in its annual fuel bill. This situation, coupled with rising inflation in the travel sector, could result in fewer flights and higher prices for travelers, though Ryanair aims to maintain its low-cost advantage over competitors. AI

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Ryanair CEO warns European airfares could rise 20% due to Iran war fuel costs

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez ·

    Cheap flights in Europe face a fuel cost reckoning as Ryanair’s CEO says fares could rise up to 20% next year because of the Iran war

    Michael O’Leary warns that European airfares could rise as much as 20% in 2027 as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and forces airlines to cut flights.

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