EasyJet has issued a fresh statement this Saturday, May 2, as UK travellers evaluate their holiday plans amidst concerns over jet fuel shortages. The airline aims to reassure passengers ahead of the summer season.
EasyJet's Commitment to Customers
In its latest announcement, EasyJet confirmed that it is not experiencing any disruption to fuel supply. The airline continues to operate flights and package holidays as normal, with no changes planned to its full summer schedule. EasyJet remains in close contact with suppliers who are providing uninterrupted supply and are diversifying exports from additional countries to bolster supplies going forward.
The carrier has introduced a 'Book with Confidence Promise' to give UK travellers greater peace of mind. This guarantee ensures that customers will not face post-booking price rises or fuel surcharges. EasyJet plans to operate its complete network, including over 50 million seats and 30 new UK routes.
Under the 'Ultimate Flexibility' policy, holidaymakers can amend or cancel bookings up to 28 days before departure. Kenton Jarvis, CEO of EasyJet, stated: '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. That's why we're launching our 'Book with Confidence Promise'. Our customers won't be charged any more after they book, including no fuel surcharges, and package holidays customers can continue to benefit from Ultimate Flexibility when they book with EasyJet Holidays.'
Industry-Wide Reassurances
Jet2, EasyJet, and TUI have all pledged not to impose additional charges for fuel price increases. Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary confirmed that 80% of its fuel supply until March 2027 has been secured in advance, and the company will not reduce any flights despite the crisis costing approximately £37 million per month in extra fuel costs on unhedged supply. Eddie Wilson, CEO of Ryanair, warned that less financially robust airlines might start 'gouging' their schedules if prices remain high.
Wizz Air also moved to reassure customers. Yvonne Moynihan, managing director of Wizz Air UK, expressed confidence in delivering a full summer schedule, stating: 'We have just launched our biggest-ever network from the UK. Despite the challenging geopolitical crisis, business goes on as usual. In airlines, we are well used to crises, so we are resilient and well adapted.' She noted that if jet fuel shortages affected the UK, the airline would source fuel from elsewhere and could take more fuel than required at destinations or make pit-stops if needed.
A Jet2 spokesman said: 'We remain in continual dialogue with our fuel suppliers. Based on the conversations we have been having, we see no reason not to look forward to operating our scheduled programme of flights and holidays as normal.'
Airlines UK added: 'UK airlines continue to operate normally and are not experiencing issues with jet fuel supply.'
