TUI has confirmed it will not introduce fuel surcharges for passengers, providing reassurance to holidaymakers worried about additional costs. The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted oil deliveries and driven up jet fuel prices, raising fears that airlines might pass on these costs to customers.
Jet2 and easyJet had already announced over the weekend that they would not impose surcharges. Now, TUI has followed suit, ensuring that customers who have booked or are planning to book can do so with confidence.
TUI's Statement
Neil Swanson, Managing Director at TUI UK and Ireland, said: "We understand that customers want both confidence and clarity when booking a holiday. Our teams are here to support people who are thinking about booking, and those who have already booked with TUI can be reassured that their holiday price is fixed, with no fuel surcharges added."
easyJet's Assurance
easyJet has issued a fresh statement confirming that no surcharges will be added to any pre-booked flights and package holidays, nor to future bookings. The company highlighted its Best Price Guarantee and Ultimate Flexibility policy, giving customers complete peace of mind. Garry Wilson, CEO of easyJet holidays, said: "We know that holidaymakers may have questions about what recent global events might mean for their travel plans this summer, so we are giving our customers absolute peace of mind that no surcharges will be added to their flights or package holidays." He added that operations remain unaffected, and customers can enjoy their holidays without surprise extra payments.
Jet2's Policy
Jet2 has confirmed it will not impose surcharges on any pre-booked flights or holidays to cover increased costs, including those related to jet fuel. The policy applies to all bookings made through any channel, including online, mobile app, contact centre, or independent travel agents. It does not cover tourist taxes, which are payable at the resort. Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2, said: "Holidaymakers should have every right to book their hard-earned break in the sun, without worrying about being hit with additional costs, and they can have that complete assurance when they book a flight or holiday with Jet2."
Government Guidance
The Department for Transport (DfT) issued guidance on Friday, stating: "There is no current need for passengers to change their travel plans. UK airlines buy jet fuel in advance, and airports maintain stocks to support their resilience. The government is working closely with the aviation industry to monitor risks and minimise disruption to passengers." The DfT also reminded passengers of their legal rights to a full refund or re-routing if their flight is cancelled.
IAG's Position
Meanwhile, IAG, the parent company of British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Iberia, has referred to "pricing adjustments to reflect these higher fuel costs." A spokesperson commented: "We are not seeing jet fuel supply interruptions, but fuel prices have risen sharply and, despite our hedging strategy, which gives some shorter-term mitigation, we are not immune to the impact."
