Rising Fuel Costs Forcing Airlines to Cut Less Profitable, Cheaper Flights

Major airlines adjust flight schedules as jet fuel prices surge

Planes of United Airlines, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines are seen at LaGuardia Airport in New York, the United States, on April 23, 2026. (Photo by Zhang Fengguo/Xinhua via Getty Images) Executives from American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines said Wednesday that rising jet fuel prices are prompting carriers to adjust capacity and closely monitor their schedules.The global average price of jet fuel climbed 6.1% week o…

Get ready for higher holiday airfares as airlines cut flights over high fuel costs

Major airlines like United, Southwest, and American are cutting flights over high fuel costs, which could impact holiday fares.

Top US airlines AX flights as fuel costs soar

Despite surprisingly robust demand for air travel, companies are eliminating flights to save money - and consumers are facing rising fares.

Airlines warn that cheaper flights may be cut as oil prices raise holiday travel costs

Holiday travelers could face higher airfare later this year as major airlines signal they may cut some of their cheaper flights amid rising fuel costs.

Rising fuel costs forcing airlines to cut less profitable, cheaper flights

Executives from a number of airlines made the announcement at an investors conference this week.

Airline execs hint at higher fares, reduced schedules as fuel costs surge

Airline tickets could get more expensive if fuel prices stay elevated, executives at American Airlines and Southwest Airlines suggested. The carriers may also reduce capacity as they aim to protect their margins. Plus, both companies are investing in premium flying. As Robert Isom said: "The race to the top is much better." Learn how North Texas' major carriers are approaching the current moment in this story.