Scandinavian Airlines Adjusts Schedule Amid Middle East Tensions

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is cancelling around 1,000 flights in April 2026 due to the surge in oil prices caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East. Most of these cancellations are on short-haul routes within Norway and Scandinavia, where alternative means of transportation are usually available. SAS has also cancelled several hundred flights in March 2026. The airline had planned to launch a new route from Copenhagen to Dubai using Airbus A320neo aircraft, but this is now uncertain. Air New Zealand has also announced 5% flight cuts due to fuel price hikes. The decision is attributed to the international price of jet fuel, which has nearly doubled since the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran on February 28, 2026. The market for oil and refined products is expected to remain under pressure for some time. This article was first reported by AeroTime.