Qantas Raises Fuel Cost Forecast

Qantas Airways raised its first-half fuel cost forecast by four percent to 3.75 billion Australian dollars. The airline cited ongoing oil market disruptions while noting that travel demand remains resilient.

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A Qantas Dreamliner takes off from Sydney Airport, in Sydney, Australia, February 26, 2026. REUTERS/Hollie Adams

Australia's Qantas Airways raised its first-half fuel cost forecast by 4% on Friday morning, citing ongoing disruption from the conflict in Iran. The carrier expects a fuel bill of A$3.75 billion ($2.61 billion) for the six months ending December 31.