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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Flying from Japan? Your air ticket may soon cost more

Travelling from Japan to international destinations will become more expensive this summer after Japan’s two largest airlines, Japan Airlines (JAL) and All Nippon Airways (ANA), announced sharp increases in fuel surcharges amid rising jet fuel prices linked to tensions in the Middle East.

The airlines said higher fuel surcharges will apply to international tickets booked in May and June 2026. The move comes as disruptions in global oil supplies pushed aviation fuel prices to record levels.

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