Spanish travel officials warn that airline ticket prices will rise this summer due to the Iran conflict. The conflict is affecting jet fuel supply worldwide.

Airlines are reducing flights, which affects ticket prices. Around 18 million Brits visit Spain each year, and they may face higher prices at popular spots.

The Balearic Islands Travel Agencies Association warned of higher ticket prices for destinations like Mallorca, Menorca, and Ibiza. However, flights to these areas are not expected to be reduced.

Porto Cristo beach resort in Mallorca.

AVIBA president Pedro Fiol said ticket prices will rise due to financial pressures from the conflict. He warned of a summer with higher costs and tension.

Despite this, Fiol said flights to the Balearic Islands are unlikely to be cut due to their profitability. However, this could change outside of peak season.

Airlines are currently keeping airfares low, but the scarcity and cost of fuel will lead to higher prices. The Airline Association agrees with this forecast.

Ibiza's Old Town and Marina.

Lufthansa cut 20,000 flights through October due to unprofitable routes. None of these routes are in Spain, and the goal is to focus on profitable routes.

Mr. Fiol said there won't be a summer with grounded planes due to fuel shortages, but a more complex environment is expected. Additional flights might need to refuel mid-journey.

Cala Saladeta on Ibiza's western coast.

TUI lost around 40 million euros last month due to the Iran war. The company had to bring home thousands of holidaymakers and staff, and its shares fell.

TUI is among travel companies affected by the conflict, which has driven up jet fuel prices. The company suspended its revenue guidance.

Holidaymakers should not worry about flight cancellations this summer, despite airlines facing challenges due to the conflict.

Ibiza Old Town at dusk.

Former Ryanair commercial director Tim Jeans said airlines might trim schedules but won't cancel routes entirely.

The European airports trade body warned of a potential systemic jet fuel shortage if the Strait of Hormuz doesn't reopen soon.

Airports Council International wrote to European commissioners, warning of a jet fuel shortage if the strait doesn't reopen in the next three weeks.

Director-general Olivier Jankovec expressed concerns about the peak summer season. However, Mr. Jeans believes flights won't be canceled due to fuel shortages.

Mr. Jeans acknowledged the challenges airlines face, including the Middle East issues that have increased fuel costs.

He said the uncertainty and price increases are reducing demand, causing airlines to question the profitability of flights.

Airlines are looking at bookings for the next three months and deciding whether to fly based on profitability.