Aer Lingus is canceling more than 500 flights from its summer schedule due to mandatory maintenance on aircraft, according to reports. The cancellations include scheduled transatlantic flights on various days and flights from Dublin to European airports such as Amsterdam, Athens, Berlin, Faro, and Zurich on selected dates, reports indicate.
Additional European airlines are making similar adjustments. The German Lufthansa group is grounding 27 passenger planes in its regional subsidiary, effective immediately, multiple reports indicate. KLM is canceling 160 flights in Europe over the coming month, according to sources.
Virgin Atlantic is canceling flights from London to Riyadh in April, citing the latest intelligence, regulatory guidance, demand, and operating costs, reports show.
Air France and KLM have increased ticket prices due to the war in the Middle East pushing up fuel costs, according to multiple reports. The airlines introduced a surcharge last month, increasing economy tickets by an additional €50 for a return journey. Flights to the United States, Canada, and Mexico could rise by €70, while an economy return ticket could cost an additional €10.