Transport Minister: Fuel Surcharge Policy Increase to 38 Percent Decided Jointly with Airlines

JAKARTA - The surge in global oil prices due to geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East is driving up aviation fuel (avtur) prices and squeezing airline operating costs. In this situation, the government together with airlines has decided to increase the fuel surcharge to 38 percent, while preparing several buffers to keep the impact on ticket prices under control.

This adjustment to the fuel surcharge (FS) is an increase from the previous 10 percent for jet aircraft and 25 percent for propeller aircraft. The rise is a consequence of the unavoidable increase in fuel costs.

Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi stated that the decision to raise the fuel surcharge was not taken unilaterally, but through coordination with airlines, particularly those serving domestic flights.

According to him, this policy is part of efforts to maintain a balance between cost pressures on the industry side and protection of public purchasing power.

“This policy is designed to maintain a balance between the sustainability of our aviation industry, which is affected by rising operating costs, and also to provide protection for public purchasing power,” said Dudy.

This condition makes the increase in fare components, including fuel surcharge, an unavoidable step for airlines in many countries, including Indonesia.

“In Indonesia, the policy of adjusting aircraft ticket fares is a measured and unavoidable step, in line with the increasing global pressures on the aviation industry. The government is also fully committed to protecting public interests so that purchasing power remains maintained,” said Dudy.