Air ticket prices in Pakistan may rise due to increased jet fuel prices

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1. 12 Oct 2026 77% related

   2 outlets

   Petrol Prices in Pakistan Rise by Nearly Rs150 Per Litre in 2026

   Most outlets reported the significant increase in petrol prices, noting the rise of Rs145.13 per litre since the start of 2026. One outlet additionally highlighted the tax burden on consumers, specifically mentioning a petroleum levy of up to Rs80 per litre.

2. 19 Sep 2026 77% related

   2 outlets

   Government announces price increases for jet fuel, kerosene, and light diesel oil

   Most outlets reported the government's announcement of price hikes for jet fuel, kerosene, and light diesel oil, noting the rise as "massive" or "significant." 24 News HD described the increase in general terms, while Abb Takk News provided more specific details, including the rise of more than Rs20 per litre.

3. 12 Sep 2026 74% related

   18 outlets · 5 developments

   Government increases petrol and diesel prices for fifth consecutive day

   Most outlets reported the petrol and diesel price hikes, noting the new rates of Rs375.82 and above Rs400 per litre, respectively. Several also highlighted that this marked the fifth straight day of increases, while a few, such as the Express Tribune and Business Recorder, provided the exact amounts of the hikes (Rs5.02 and Rs5.28 per litre) and the duration (Sept 12–14). Some, like Daily Pakistan and Minute Mirror, mentioned the broader economic impact on consumers, while others, like BOL News, focused more on the price thresholds being crossed.

4. 21 Aug 2026 76% related

   5 outlets · 3 developments

   Pakistan raises petrol and diesel prices effective August 21

   Most outlets reported the increase in petrol and diesel prices, with the new rates of Rs337.78 and Rs364.70 per litre effective August 21. Pakistan Observer and Dunya News explicitly included the new price figures in their headlines, while 24 News HD and Daily Times mentioned the increase more generally, with the latter also noting the Petroleum Division issued the notification.

5. 30 Jul 2026 73% related

   3 outlets · 2 developments

   Petrol and diesel prices rise in Pakistan despite global oil price drop

   Most outlets reported that petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan increased despite a decline in global crude oil prices. Several emphasized questions about the government’s daily petroleum pricing system and the inclusion of taxes in the final pricing. The Daily Times briefly noted concerns about the pricing system and taxes, while Samaa focused on the contrast between global and local price movements under the new daily fuel pricing system.