Your European vacation could cost more than ever as airlines hike prices, slash thousands of flights
American travelers are facing rising costs for European vacations as airlines increase prices and reduce flight availability. The surge in airfare is attributed to the ongoing Iran war, which has disrupted jet fuel supplies and significantly raised fuel costs. Experts recommend booking trips for late summer to avoid the peak prices expected in June and July.
- ▪Airlines have slashed thousands of flights and increased prices due to rising jet fuel costs.
- ▪The average airfare for a trip to London has risen nearly 40% compared to last year, reaching $1,151.
- ▪Air France and KLM have doubled their fuel surcharge on long-haul flights, adding significant extra fees for travelers.
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Business Your European vacation could cost more than ever as airlines hike prices, slash thousands of flights By Taylor Herzlich Published May 29, 2026, 5:36 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google American travelers could be facing one of the most expensive summers for European vacations ever as airlines slash thousands of flights, add surcharges to transatlantic routes and hike prices. It all comes down to Europe’s jet fuel supply, about 40% of which passes through the Strait of Hormuz. The crucial trade route has been blocked off due to the Iran war, more than doubling fuel costs for European airlines. “There are alarms going off across Europe right now.
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