Jet Fuel Has Doubled. Here’s Why I’m Still Bullish on Airlines

Published on April 7, 2026

Since the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran on February 28, jet fuel prices in the U.S. have more than doubled. According to data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), the year-to-date percent change in U.S. jet fuel prices stood above 120% as of the end of March.