EasyJet has announced an increase in its minimum ticket prices by £2 to £3 for the upcoming winter season, a move prompted by a significant rise in jet fuel costs. This surge, amounting to £25 million, is directly linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has affected fuel prices globally. Despite these increases, EasyJet has indicated that average summer fares are expected to remain consistent with last year's prices, providing some relief to travelers. The airline has also committed to not imposing any retrospective fuel surcharges on passengers who have already booked their flights, aiming to maintain customer trust during these turbulent times. However, EasyJet has noted a recent decline in bookings, with only 58% of summer flights sold thus far. This hesitance among customers is attributed to concerns over the war, the rising cost of living, and long wait times at European passport controls. In light of these challenges, EasyJet has reassured passengers that it has sufficient fuel supplies and does not anticipate any flight cancellations, thanks to successful diversification of fuel production away from the Gulf region.