FlySafair Confirms Continued Fuel Surcharge With Weekly Adjustments Linked To Market Prices

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Despite the downward adjustment, fuel prices remain more than double pre-conflict levels, with the airline confirming the surcharge will stay in place until pricing stabilises. The current levy is set to run until 21 August 2026.

The surcharge is reviewed every seven days in line with pricing from FlySafair’s fuel supplier and varies by route based on fuel consumption. Updated surcharge amounts are published weekly on the airline’s website, with a comparison tool showing week-on-week changes.

“When we introduced this surcharge in March, we made a commitment: it would be dynamic, reviewed weekly, and reduced as soon as fuel pricing allowed,” says Kirby Gordon, chief marketing officer at FlySafair.

“We’ve adjusted the levy every week since it was introduced, and these two consecutive reductions reflect that commitment in action. The surcharge is not a revenue mechanism; it moves directly with our actual fuel costs. We appreciate our customers’ patience while global fuel markets remain under pressure.”

What passengers need to know

Existing bookings made before the introduction of the surcharge are not affected and will not incur any retrospective charges.

Customers who change an existing booking should note that the surcharge will apply if the new departure date falls within the current surcharge period.

The surcharge applies to all new bookings on applicable routes until 21 August 2026.