Air India is rolling out increases in phased stages (Phase one from March 12, 2026, Phase two from March 18, 2026, and a Phase three to be announced):
since March 12, 2026, domestic flights have an added ₹399 fee and West Asia routes get a $10 surcharge.
From March 18, 2026, the fuel surcharge for Europe will be set at $125 (total), and flights to North America and Australia will carry a fuel surcharge of $200 (total).
The Ministry of Civil Aviation says it's keeping an eye on these hikes to make sure fares stay fair.