Airspace closures in parts of the Middle East have added to the price pressure by forcing some airlines to take longer routes that burn more fuel. The average price for a gallon of jet fuel reached $4.64 on Tuesday, up from $2.50 the day before the conflict broke out, according to Argus Media. Iran’s determination to close off the Strait of Hormuz to ships from nations it considers unfriendly has caused crude oil prices to fluctuate wildly and in turn, driven up fuel prices.
Author: Associated Press
Published at: 2026-03-31 22:33:07
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