Ryanair Warns of Significant Fare Hikes if Brent Crude Stays Above $100
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Updated · CNBC · Sep 10
Ryanair Warns of Significant Fare Hikes if Brent Crude Stays Above $100
3 articles · Updated · CNBC · Sep 10
Summary
Michael O'Leary said Ryanair could raise airfares significantly next year if high oil prices persist, with the December and March quarters now "entirely up in the air."
Jet fuel costs are squeezing airlines as Middle East tensions keep crude elevated; Brent held above $100 a barrel and U.S. WTI rose 1.4% to $97.4.
Ryanair still expects pricing to be very modestly down in its fiscal second quarter from July to September, suggesting the immediate impact on fares remains limited.
The warning points to broader pressure on the airline industry, where sustained fuel inflation could force carriers to pass higher costs on to travelers.