EasyJet has issued a new update for UK travellers amid uncertainty over jet fuel supplies following the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran. The airline confirmed it is not experiencing any disruption to fuel supply and intends to operate its full summer schedule.
In a statement released today, easyJet said: 'easyJet is not seeing any disruption to fuel supply. We continue to operate our flights and package holidays as normal, are not making changes and intend to operate our full summer schedule.' The carrier also introduced a 'Book with Confidence Promise' guaranteeing no post-booking price rises or fuel surcharges.
The airline's 'Ultimate Flexibility' policy allows customers to amend or cancel bookings up to 28 days before departure. CEO Kenton Jarvis said: 'We understand that global events may affect travellers' confidence at the moment, but we believe that everyone has a right to book their flights and holidays with confidence.'
EasyJet plans to operate more than 50 million seats and 30 new UK routes this summer. Other carriers, including Ryanair and Wizz Air, have also moved to reassure customers. Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary confirmed 80 per cent of fuel supply until March 2027 is secured, and no flights will be cut despite extra fuel costs.
Wizz Air expressed confidence it will deliver a full summer schedule from its UK bases. The industry has been on alert after Lufthansa axed 20,000 flights and Spirit Airlines grounded all flights due to the fuel crisis and financial pressures.
