IndiGo, one of India’s largest airlines, is set to increase fuel charges on both domestic and international flights due to a significant rise in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices. The changes will apply to bookings made from October 6, 2026, as the airline aims to address the spike in operating expenses driven by fuel costs.
The airline has reported that ATF prices have surged in recent months, with the most recent increase exceeding 14% on a month-to-month basis. This escalation in fuel prices has imposed substantial financial pressure across the aviation industry, prompting IndiGo to adjust its fuel surcharges.
For domestic travel, the revised fuel charges will range from ₹375 for short journeys of up to 500 km, escalating to ₹1,300 for flights over 2,000 km. Intermediate distances will see charges of ₹600 for flights up to 1,000 km, ₹900 for routes between 1,001 km and 1,500 km, and ₹1,150 for trips up to 2,000 km.
On the international front, passengers flying on SAARC routes up to 500 km will incur a ₹1,000 fuel charge, while longer SAARC routes will be subject to a ₹3,000 fee. Flights to regions such as Southeast Asia, the Gulf, the Middle East, North Asia, and East Asia will have a surcharge of ₹5,500, with charges reaching ₹6,000 for African destinations and ₹10,000 for trips to Europe.
IndiGo has stated that these adjustments are intended to partially offset the increased operating costs while trying to limit the financial impact on passengers. The airline also emphasized its commitment to closely monitoring fuel prices and market conditions to make further adjustments as necessary.
