Bangladesh, Oct. 5 -- Air travelers are likely to keep paying higher ticket prices this fall, even if oil and jet fuel costs ease, according to a prominent news agency report citing airline and industry analysts.

Jet fuel prices surged after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, a move that eventually led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Prices have since fluctuated sharply, making planning difficult for carriers.

In May 2026 alone, U.S. airlines spent USD 6.66 billion on jet fuel, up 84 percent from a year earlier, according to the US Bureau of Transportation Statistics.

When the conflict began, airlines trimmed some less profitable flights and raised checked-baggage fees. However, those steps failed to fully offset the soaring f...