Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for international airlines operating in India have been increased by around 5 per cent, marking the second consecutive monthly hike as state-run oil marketing companies pass on rising global energy costs. The revision comes amid volatility in international crude oil markets and ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting supply dynamics.
According to official pricing updates, ATF rates for foreign carriers have been raised by USD 76.55 per kilolitre, or about 5.33 per cent. In Delhi, India’s busiest aviation hub, the new rate now stands at USD 1,511.86 per kilolitre for international airlines. The increase follows a similar upward revision implemented last month.
On April 1, fuel prices for domestic airlines had already seen a sharp 25 per cent hike, taking jet fuel rates to Rs 104,927.18 per kilolitre. However, in the latest revision, prices for domestic carriers have been left unchanged, providing temporary relief to local operators amid fluctuating input costs.
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Industry sources said jet fuel pricing in India is deregulated and broadly aligned with global benchmarks, but state-owned oil companies often adjust changes in a staggered manner. This approach is used to avoid sudden shocks to the aviation sector, which is highly sensitive to fuel cost fluctuations.
Officials noted that recent increases are partly driven by higher global energy prices linked to geopolitical instability, particularly in West Asia. As a result, pricing adjustments are being implemented in phases rather than passing the entire burden at once to airlines, especially in a cost-heavy industry like aviation.
The latest hike is expected to increase operating costs for international carriers flying into and out of India, while domestic airlines continue to closely monitor fuel trends for future impact. Aviation fuel remains one of the largest cost components for airlines, and sustained price increases could eventually influence ticket pricing and capacity planning.
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