SMH ·general ·4 hours ago

Travelers book backup flights as Middle East tensions keep airfares soaring 76

Travelers are booking refundable backup flights on alternative carriers while gambling on discounts for routes through the Middle East during Iran conflict. Gulf carriers Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad plan to restore full operations from May-June, but fares remain elevated, with London-Melbourne economy tickets up 76 percent year-on-year to around $1,685 one-way.

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