Airlines cut routes in response to rising jet fuel costs amid Iran war

TL;DR

Airlines are cutting summer routes due to rising jet fuel costs, influenced by the Iran war.
Jet fuel prices have doubled since the conflict began, significantly increasing operating expenses for airlines.
Delta, Air Canada, and KLM are among the airlines adjusting flight schedules and canceling certain routes.
The disruption is described as the largest energy crisis in history, with potential for six-week fuel supply shortages in European airports.
While US airlines are somewhat insulated, travelers flying to Europe may face longer journeys due to potential refueling stops.
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz may eventually stabilize fuel prices, but a full recovery is expected to take weeks or months.

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