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IndiGo will increase fuel charges on new domestic and international bookings from Oct. 6, 2026, after aviation turbine fuel prices rose more than 13% since Oct. 1. Domestic fees will vary by flight distance and international charges by region; the airline says this is its third increase this year.
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IndiGo will increase fuel charges on new domestic and international bookings from Oct. 6, 2026, after aviation turbine fuel prices rose more than 13% since Oct. 1. Domestic fees will vary by flight distance and international charges by region; the airline says this is its third increase this year.
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