Low-cost airline IndiGo has announced a revision in fuel charges for both domestic and international routes. The revised charges will apply to all new bookings made from 00:01 hrs on April 2, 2026.
ATF price surge drives decision
The move comes in response to a steep rise in Air Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices. According to the International Air Transport Association Jet Fuel Monitor, fuel prices in the region have surged by over 130% month-on-month, significantly impacting airline operating costs.
Government intervention limits impact
In a bid to support passengers and the aviation sector, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) and the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) have allowed only a partial and staggered increase of 25% in fuel cost pass-through for domestic operations.
IndiGo acknowledged the government’s timely intervention, stating that a full pass-through would have severely impacted the affordability of air travel.
Revised domestic fuel charges
With the revised framework, IndiGo has recalibrated its domestic fuel charges based on travel distance. The updated per-sector charges are:
- 0–500 km: ₹275
- 501–1,000 km: ₹400
- 1,001–1,500 km: ₹600
- 1,501–2,000 km: ₹800
- Above 2,000 km: ₹950
These charges will apply to all domestic bookings made from April 2, 2026.
International fuel charges increased significantly
For international operations, ATF prices have more than doubled in the past month, leading to a substantial increase in operating costs.
Revised fuel charges per sector are as follows:
- Indian Subcontinent: Up to 500 km – ₹900; above 500 km – ₹2,500
- GCC & Middle East: Up to 2,000 km – ₹3,000; above 2,000 km – ₹5,000
- Southeast Asia & China: Up to 2,000 km – ₹3,500; above 2,000 km – ₹5,000
- Africa: ₹5,000
- Greece & Turkey: ₹7,500
- UK & Europe (excluding Greece & Turkey): ₹10,000
These revised charges will also be applicable for bookings made from April 2, 2026.
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