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Ryanair warns high fuel prices could raise fares and threaten budget airlines

Ryanair warned that sustained high fuel prices could increase airfares and force some budget carriers out of business.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Sep 4, 2026, 10:26 AM UTC.

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Higher aviation costs could reduce travel access and increase pressure across the airline sector.

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