IndiGo, a leading airline, has announced an increase in fuel charges for all domestic and international flights booked from October 6, 2026. This adjustment comes in response to a significant rise in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices, which have surged over 14% month-on-month in recent times, leading to increased operating expenses across the aviation sector.
For domestic flights, the revised fuel charges will vary based on the distance. Travelers on journeys up to 500 km will see an additional charge of ₹375, while those flying over 2,000 km will incur a charge of ₹1,300. Flights covering up to 1,000 km, 1,001–1,500 km, and up to 2,000 km will have charges of ₹600, ₹900, and ₹1,150 respectively.
International flights will also see adjustments in fuel charges. For routes within the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) up to 500 km, the charge will be ₹1,000, and for longer SAARC routes, it will rise to ₹3,000. Flights to destinations in Southeast Asia, the Gulf, the Middle East, North Asia, and East Asia will see a charge of ₹5,500, while flights to Africa and Europe will have charges of ₹6,000 and ₹10,000 respectively.
IndiGo has stated that these changes are aimed at partially offsetting the higher operating costs while attempting to minimize the impact on passengers. The airline assured that it will continue to monitor fuel prices and market conditions closely.