Dubai Flights May Cost Less Than Mumbai-Patna This Diwali
Airlines have raised fares and surcharges on several routes this Diwali. As a result, a flight from Dubai can now cost less than a Mumbai to Patna flight. The report credits these changes to wars, and such fare gaps can matter for families travelling home for the festival.
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Context: Airfares in India often rise during festival season because demand peaks and many people travel home. Airlines also add fuel and other surcharges that pass costs on to passengers, so route prices can shift quickly.
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