As flight disruptions and rising costs upend summer travel plans, here's what Canadians can do | CBC News

"Summer is fast approaching, and many Canadians are planning to travel abroad. The situation in the Middle East is presenting challenges that travellers around the world need to be aware of."

"Fuel shortages may lead to flight cancellations and disrupt access to local goods and services at your destination."

"It's important to look at which flights will be impacted. Werner Antweiler, associate professor at UBC's Sauder School of Business, told CBC's BC Today last month. According to Antweiler, long-haul transatlantic flights will likely be spared from cancellations."

"The International Energy Agency warns Europe may run out of jet fuel in six weeks due to the global energy supply crunch amid war in the Middle East. Werner Antweiler said people travelling to Asia and Europe, where countries rely on Middle East oil, should plan for flight cancellations while there."

Rising fuel costs, flight cancellations, and boycotts of U.S. travel are leading some Canadians to reconsider summer plans. Global Affairs Canada issued a travel warning for the busy season, citing challenges tied to the U.S.-Israel war with Iran. The advisory warns that fuel shortages may lead to flight cancellations and disrupt access to local goods and services at destinations. Experts note that Europe and parts of Asia rely on Middle East oil, so travelers should expect possible schedule changes. Major airlines have already cancelled some unprofitable routes, but risk varies by route. Travelers are advised to check which flights are most likely to be affected and to consider measures such as travel insurance to reduce financial exposure.

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