Transavia cuts flights in May and June as fuel prices surge amid Middle East crisis

Transavia will cancel a small portion of its flight programme in May and June as soaring jet fuel prices put pressure on operations.

The airline said the cancellations will affect around 2% of its schedule, with impacted passengers offered rebooking, vouchers or full refunds.

The disruption comes as fuel costs spike after the conflict involving Iran, which has severely disrupted energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz—a key corridor for global oil and jet fuel supplies.

Rising costs ripple through aviation

Europe typically imports about half of its kerosene from Gulf countries, leaving airlines exposed to supply shocks. European officials have warned that the region is approaching a potential fuel supply crunch, raising the risk of further flight reductions.

Like many carriers, Transavia has already responded by increasing fares, adding roughly €10 per return ticket to offset higher operating costs.

The move highlights the growing strain on low-cost airlines, which operate on thinner margins and are particularly sensitive to fuel price volatility. As the geopolitical situation continues to impact energy markets, further adjustments across the aviation sector are likely.