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Air India, AI Express hike fuel surcharge amid rising costs; Akasa Air reinstates levy

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What happened

India's airlines are set to implement higher fuel surcharges for both domestic and international routes, starting October 9.

Air India and Air India Express will adjust their fees in light of escalating global oil prices.

Key facts

  • India's airlines are set to implement higher fuel surcharges for both domestic and international routes, starting October 9.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:44:32 UTC.

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