Philippine Airlines Says Jet Fuel Supply Secure Until June, Flights Continue as Scheduled

Flag carrier reassures passengers amid global fuel concerns, with only select Middle East routes affected

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No need to panic-book—Philippine Airlines (PAL) says it has enough jet fuel to keep flights running until June, despite ongoing global supply concerns linked to the Middle East conflict.

The airline confirmed it is not canceling flights, except for a few routes to the Middle East that have already been affected by the situation.

Fuel supply secured—for now

PAL said it has already secured enough fuel to support its operations, including long-haul flights, in the coming months.

According to PAL president Richard Nuttall, shipments are lined up to keep the airline running through the end of June, with fuel supplies expected to cover operations through April and May.

Situation still being monitored

While things are stable for now, PAL noted that global fuel supply remains unpredictable.

The airline is closely watching developments that could impact both jet fuel availability and prices, especially if the regional conflict continues.

Energy officials earlier said the country had around 38 days of jet fuel supply as of March 20, highlighting why airlines are staying cautious.

Long-haul flights in focus

Nuttall said the biggest concern moving forward would be long-haul routes, which rely heavily on stable fuel supply.

Short-haul flights are less at risk, as aircraft can typically carry enough fuel for round trips.

PAL’s long-haul network mainly serves destinations like the US and Canada, where fuel availability is not expected to be an issue.

Some Middle East flights temporarily paused

As a precaution, PAL has temporarily suspended select routes, including flights between Manila and:

Dubai
Doha
Riyadh

These cancellations are in place until late March or April, depending on the route, and were made to ensure the safety of passengers, crew, and aircraft.

Bottom line for travelers

Flights are still running, and fuel supply is stable—for now.

But with global conditions shifting, airlines like PAL are staying alert and preparing for what comes next.