Domestic airfares across Pakistan have been reduced following a decline in jet fuel prices. According to aviation industry sources, the one-way fare from Islamabad to Quetta has been set between Rs16,770 and Rs48,890. Passengers travelling from Lahore to Quetta will pay between Rs12,020 and Rs44,140, while fares on the Karachi Quetta route now range from Rs13,603 to Rs44,000. Despite the reduction in base fares, an average fuel surcharge of Rs7,840 will continue to be charged separately on all tickets.

In addition, government taxes and levies remain applicable, increasing the final cost paid by travellers. Industry sources said that after adding fuel surcharges and mandatory taxes, the cost of a standard one-way domestic ticket typically exceeds Rs26,000. On some routes, the final fare reaches approximately Rs26,755 under normal travel conditions. Air fares are expected to rise further during peak travel periods and for last-minute bookings. 

According to aviation sources, the maximum one-way fare on domestic routes can reach Rs58,875 during busy seasons or when tickets are purchased at short notice. Officials noted that the highest domestic air fares are generally charged on the Quetta蜂slamabad and Karachi蜂slamabad routes, where demand and operating costs remain comparatively high.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)