Southwest CEO addresses rising fuel costs amid war with Iran and its impact on travelers
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On average, domestic airfare is up about 18% compared to last year.
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A key factor is the surging fuel costs for airlines amid the war with Iran.
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Now, several low-cost carriers have asked the government for help as they grapple with the high cost of fuel.
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