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KLM says it will raise long-haul ticket prices due to rising jet fuel costs

KLM will raise long-haul fares as soaring jet fuel prices drive up operational costs, with increases varying by route and class.

March 12, 2026

Reuters

KLM says it will raise long-haul ticket prices due to rising jet fuel costs

FILE PHOTO: The logo of Air France-KLM Group is seen during the Air France-KLM Group's Annual Results 2025 press conference in Paris, France, February 19, 2026.

Sarah Meyssonnier/Reuters

Dutch airline KLM, a subsidiary of Air France-KLM AIRF.PA, said on Thursday it will have to increase the price of long-haul tickets due to rising jet fuel costs.


The company could not specify the amount of the increases, saying they would vary by destination and seating class.


-Reporting by Toby Sterling;Editing by Tomasz Janowski/Reuters

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