Matthew Woodward

⚠️Airfare prices between Asia and Europe are exploding: Ticket prices on major routes connecting Asia and Europe have surged up to +560% in March. Hong Kong to London fares are averaging $3,318, Bangkok to Frankfurt hit $2,870, and Sydney to London soared +429%. For June travel, fares across 7 major Asia-Pacific to Europe routes are averaging ~70% higher YoY. A Sydney to London ticket now averages over $1,500, roughly double last year's price. Many of these flights transit through Gulf hubs like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, a corridor that typically handles ~1/3 of all annual traffic between Asia and Europe. Will the ceasefire cool the surge, or is it already too late for your summer vacation plans?