British Airways this afternoon said it will increase the fuel surcharge on its long-haul flights from April 21st, 2006, as a result of further rises in the price of fuel.
The long-haul fuel surcharge on tickets sold and issued in the United Kingdom will increase to £35 sterling per sector from £30 per sector. The short-haul fuel surcharge will remain unchanged at £8 per sector.
The UK flag carrier said it will look to increase its fuel surcharges to similar levels on long-haul flights sold in overseas markets.
Commercial director Martin George said: "Our annual fuel bill for 2005 to 2006 is expected to be some £1.6 billion.
"We estimated previously that this would rise by £400 million in 2006/2007 but at these prices, we would now expect this year's fuel bill to be £600 million higher at £2.2 billion."