Fuel crisis: airlines change rates and cancel flights in Italy.

The increase in aviation fuel prices is impacting air operations in Italy. This scenario reflects the conflict in the Middle East and the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Since February, kerosene costs have doubled, leading companies to seek alternatives to pass the expenses on to passengers.

Volotea is, so far, the only company to cancel flights within Italy. The Spanish low-cost carrier has removed less than 1% of its summer schedule in Italy, France, and Spain. The company's CEO, Carlos Muñoz, described the measure as a surgical adjustment to protect the company's profitability.

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In addition to the cancellations, Volotea introduced the call Promise of a Fair TripThe mechanism allows for a surcharge of up to 14 euros per passenger if the fuel price exceeds a ceiling set seven days before the flight. The Italian Antitrust Authority (AGCM) has opened an investigation to verify the transparency of this charge.

The Air France-KLM group also raised its fares. On long-haul flights, the increase reached 100 euros for round trips. Transavia, the group's low-cost arm, applied an increase of approximately 10 euros on short and medium-haul routes. The new fares are only valid for bookings made from April onwards.

Other companies have opted to increase indirect fees. Lufthansa, owner of ITA AirwaysAirlines has started charging for carry-on baggage on basic economy fares. According to the consumer association UNC, seat selection fees have also risen drastically in Italy, reaching 85 euros on certain routes.

Companies like Ryanair and EasyJet have stated that they do not intend to apply fuel surcharges this summer. Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary, He assured that prices will not rise. For those who have already purchased tickets, although it has warned of possible occasional cancellations in case of fuel shortages at specific airports.

Passengers traveling through Italy are protected by European Union laws. In the case of cancellations notified less than 14 days in advance, they may be entitled to financial compensation. Experts warn that standard travel insurance may not cover incidents caused by war conflicts.