Airline operations are being disrupted due to the surge in fuel prices. Air Canada recently announced the early suspension of service on four seasonal routes to U.S. destinations, citing the high cost of jet fuel as the reason.
The affected routes and their last flight dates are as follows:
– Toronto to Sacramento: Last flight on August 1
– Vancouver to Raleigh: Last flight on July 29
– Toronto to Charleston: Last flight on September 6
– Montreal to Austin: Last flight on September 7
Air Canada plans to resume full service on these routes in the summer of 2027. Impacted passengers will be provided with alternative travel options or refunds as applicable.
Airlines globally have started reducing flight schedules due to the tensions in Iran and the resulting oil blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a significant increase in jet fuel prices. Air Canada had previously announced the suspension of six routes deemed financially unsustainable.
Similarly, WestJet has announced a reduction in flight capacity for April, May, and June by consolidating flights and adjusting the travel period for seasonal services. The shortage of jet fuel has also prompted several airlines, including Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, and Air Transat, to raise fares or introduce surcharges to cover the escalating costs.