Iberia and Vueling Reassure Passengers Over Summer Flights

Iberia and Vueling, both part of the IAG airline group, have moved to reassure passengers ahead of the busy summer travel season, confirming that they do not expect disruptions to their operations despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

In separate statements, both airlines said they foresee no problems with aviation fuel supplies following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz linked to the regional conflict. They also stressed that customers will not face additional fuel surcharges on tickets already purchased.

Iberia stated that it “does not anticipate any interruptions in fuel supply this summer” and is continuing with its normal operational planning. The airline added that travellers who have already booked flights, or are considering doing so, can be confident that no cancellations are planned as a result of rising jet fuel costs.

The carrier also confirmed that passengers “are not at risk of being charged additional fees after purchasing their tickets,” despite jet fuel prices increasing by a further 1% last week, according to IATA figures.

However, Iberia acknowledged that the recent surge in fuel costs has forced the company to introduce “rigorous cost-saving measures” in an effort to limit the impact on airfare prices during the peak holiday season.

Vueling echoed the same message of reassurance, saying it is operating its summer flight schedule “as planned” and likewise expects no fuel supply shortages.

The low-cost airline also guaranteed that the fare shown at the time of booking will remain the final price paid by customers, regardless of any future increases in fuel costs.