‘Danger premium’: Australians pay more to avoid flying via Middle East

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 13, 2026

As the conflict in the Middle East rages on, travellers are increasingly unfazed and unwilling to pay a “danger premium” for flights avoiding the region.

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