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Record air ticket sales, passengers book early for fear of prices
2026-03-23 19:15:59 / EKONOMI&SOCIALE
Global airlines are experiencing a record increase in ticket sales as passengers are booking more and more in advance for fear of rising prices. This trend is linked to a major concern: war in the Middle East could shake up the entire global air travel system, bringing significant losses that are expected to fall mainly on travelers. In the short term, ticket prices could increase by up to 10%.
The world's 20 largest airlines have lost an estimated $53 billion in value since the Iran conflict began, according to estimates by the Financial Times. The aviation industry is facing its worst crisis since the Covid-19 pandemic, with disruptions such as flight cancellations and the closure of key airports. The situation is further aggravated by the sharp increase in fuel prices, which have doubled since the conflict began.
The first to feel the consequences are low-cost airlines. Wizz Air, which had planned expansion before the conflict, faced huge market pressure after it warned that the war in Iran could wipe out its profits for this year. Meanwhile, major US companies such as Delta, United and American Airlines are preparing for scenarios where the price of oil could reach up to $170 a barrel.
On the other hand, some European airlines may partially benefit from the situation. The closure of important hubs in the Middle East is expected to redirect air traffic from Asia to Europe, increasing the role of European airports as major transit points.
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