Fuel Prices Threaten Airfares | Dubai News

Jet fuel prices are soaring, hitting $170 a barrel and threatening to push airlines—including Etihad Airways—to raise fares next year. Despite record passenger demand and 92% load factors, the CEO warns that cost pressures could ripple through ticket prices, especially in competitive markets. While future prices may ease, today’s volatility is already impacting operations. Etihad, however, is doubling down: expanding its fleet, adding routes, investing in fuel-efficient aircraft, and hiring thousands to support growth—all while aiming for break-even this year and boosting cash flow to fund the expansion. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/jet-fuel-keeps-me-awake-etihad-ceo-warns-higher-fuel-costs-could-hit-airfares-next-year-1.500673873 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2a460fd8e335b9cf Report issues to [email protected].