Why do high kerosene costs burden Ryanair?

Ryanair expects oil prices to remain high over the coming 12 months. Because kerosene is a central cost block in flight operations, this development weighs on profits.

What response has Ryanair announced to rising costs?

The company announced a cost-cutting program to cushion the higher costs. In addition to airport contracts, further areas of costs are to be optimized.

How did the Middle East conflict affect demand for Ryanair flights?

In the first six months, the conflict and uncertainty among consumers led to greater restraint. Flights were also often booked at a later date.

Ryanair: Kerosene costs weigh on profit, cost-cutting

Dublin, November 2, 2026

Ryanair described higher kerosene costs as a burden on profits in Dublin on November 2, 2026, and announced a cost-cutting program to counteract the effects.

Ryanair expects its business outlook for the next 12 months to be weighed down by a likely high oil price. The company said it would therefore have to tighten its belt. Lower costs are the focus of the adjustments, in order to cushion the impact of more expensive fuel.

Already in the first six months, the Middle East conflict led consumers to show some restraint. During this period, flights were often booked at a later date. Ryanair pointed to both short-term demand inhibitions and persistently high raw material costs.

Ryanair burdened by higher kerosene costs and announces cost-cutting program

Demand and fuel costs weigh on Ryanair

Cost-cutting program intended to provide a counterbalance

Outlook for shareholders and passengers

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