Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways is increasing its fuel surcharge for all flights by 34% starting April, citing pressure from the Middle East conflict on oil prices.

Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways will increase its fuel surcharge for all flights by 34 per cent from April – the second increase in two weeks – citing “considerable pressure” as conflict in the Middle East impacts oil prices. The airline said on Thursday that the fuel surcharge for long-haul flights would increase by HK$396 (US$50.63) to HK$1,560, or 34 per cent from the current HK$1,164. The measure takes effect on Wednesday of next week. The increase also means the surcharge for....