IndiGo has announced a hike in fares for both domestic and international flights. This change has come into effect starting tonight, meaning passengers may now have to spend more than before when booking tickets. However, the airline has clarified that this increase has been kept limited so as not to place an excessive burden on passengers.
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If you are planning a vacation getaway or are about to book a flight for a business trip, this news will have a direct impact on your wallet. IndiGo has announced an increase in fuel surcharges for both domestic and international flights. These new rates have come into effect for all new bookings made after 12:01 AM on April 2, 2026. This means that you will now have to spend more on your air travel compared to before. Let’s find out just how much more expensive it has become to travel to your favorite cities following this decision.
Why Did Ticket Prices Rise Suddenly?
There has been a massive global surge in the prices of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). According to data, fuel prices in this sector have recorded a month-over-month increase of over 130%. However, following the intervention of the Ministry of Civil Aviation, airlines have currently implemented only a partial hike of 25% to ensure that the financial burden on passengers remains somewhat mitigated.
Fuel Surcharge for Domestic Flights
- 0 – 500 km: ₹275
- 501 – 1,000 km: ₹400
- 1,001 – 1,500 km: ₹600
- 1,501 – 2,000 km: ₹800
- Over 2,000 km: ₹950
How much more expensive is travel from Delhi to major cities now?
- Delhi to Lucknow: ₹275 extra
- Delhi to Bhopal/Indore/Ahmedabad: ₹400 extra
- Delhi to Mumbai/Kolkata: ₹600 extra
- Delhi to Bengaluru/Hyderabad: ₹800 extra
- Delhi to Chennai: ₹950 extra
Fuel Surcharge for International Flights
Indian Subcontinent: ₹900 for up to 500 km; ₹2,500 for over 500 km
Southeast Asia and China: ₹2,500
Africa: ₹5,000
The Gulf and Middle East: ₹3,000 for up to 2,000 km; ₹5,000 for over 2,000 km
Other Routes: ₹3,500 for up to 2,000 km; ₹5,000 for over 2,000 km
Greece and Turkey: ₹7,500
UK and Europe (excluding Greece and Turkey): ₹10,000
Will Prices Rise Further?
IndiGo has expressed regret to passengers for this inconvenience. The company states that taking this step was unavoidable due to rising operational costs. The airline is continuously monitoring the situation, and if fuel prices decline, these rates may be revised in the future.
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