Iran war: Airports run out of fuel with flights cancelled after fuel price surgeBrent crude oil, jet fuel and gas prices have all sharply risen after production was impacted by attacks in the Strait of HormuzView Image Ground crew attending an aircraft at airport - stock photo (Image: Getty Images/Stock Photo)Airports have introduced fuel limits and flights are being cancelled following a surge in jet fuel prices due to the Iran war. ‌Brent crude oil, jet fuel and gas prices have all surged after production was impacted by attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. ‌The global average jet fuel price last week rose 7.1% compared to the week before to $209 per barrel. Brindisi Airport in southern Italy ran out of fuel earlier this week, with none expected to be available until at least midday Wednesday. However, Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary told Sky News last week that jet fuel supplies could start to be disrupted in May if the conflict continues.

Source: Daily Mirror April 09, 2026 02:40 UTC