High airfares for UAE-bound flights in late August are forcing residents to adjust their return dates. Many are switching airports or delaying trips to avoid paying double prices during the peak rush.
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Airfares for flights returning to the UAE have surged significantly, particularly between the second and final weeks of August. Prices on some routes, especially from India, have more than doubled compared to earlier periods.
To cope with these high costs, residents are adapting their travel strategies. Some are flying into alternative airports, while others are postponing their family trips to avoid the peak end-of-August and early-September rush.
One resident, Fazil, decided to delay his family's return from Kochi. By holding off on booking due to job uncertainty and shifting dates, he managed to save approximately Dh3,200 on tickets.
Travellers are advised to compare prices across different dates and nearby airports if their schedules allow flexibility. This approach can help reduce the financial burden of returning after the summer break.
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