Airfares May Stay High Even if Hormuz Crisis Ends

Air ticket prices could remain elevated even if the Hormuz crisis ends, according to a German official, as European airlines face a possible fuel crunch next summer.

An energy expert warned that airlines in Europe could encounter fuel supply difficulties during the summer. The warning points to uncertainty over fuel availability, rather than prices alone.

The German official separately predicted that ticket prices could stay high even if fuel costs fall, suggesting that cheaper fuel would not necessarily translate into lower fares for passengers.

The two assessments highlight distinct risks for air travel: potential pressure on airlines’ fuel supplies and the prospect that passengers may see little relief in ticket prices even if the crisis eases.