Pakistan International Airlines has decided to implement major operational and pricing changes in response to the continuous increase in aviation fuel costs, following a high-level meeting to assess potential financial losses.
According to a spokesperson, the airline has, in principle, decided to end all fare discounts, with concessions to remain limited only to children and newborn passengers. The move is part of broader efforts to manage the financial impact of rising jet fuel prices.
As part of the measures, PIA will suspend its Beijing and Kuala Lumpur operations from April 11 and 14, respectively. In addition, flights to Gulf countries — except the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia — will remain suspended until the end of April.
The airline has also decided to limit its operations to the United Arab Emirates to 16 flights per week.
The spokesperson said these decisions were taken in light of the fourth consecutive increase in jet fuel prices, adding that the entire burden could not be passed on to passengers. “Some strict administrative decisions have been necessary to maintain operations,” the spokesperson stated.
PIA management expressed hope that international fuel prices would stabilise soon, after which the affected routes are expected to be gradually restored.
Reporter: Tayyab Saif