This chart shows why your next plane ticket will likely be way more expensive

United Airlines hiked its bag fees by $10. Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images Jet fuel prices have risen faster than oil since the Iran war started, S&P Global Platts data shows. Airlines are responding to surging costs by increasing fares and bag fees. US carriers are more exposed because they don't hedge against fuel costs. Jet fuel prices have surged faster than oil since the Iran war began, meaning the next flight you book will likely be more expensive than you're used to. After labor, ...