# EasyJet boss says airline is ‘not seeing any disruption to fuel supply’

By Dan Coatsworth — 2026-05-21

Dan Coatsworth, head of markets at AJ Bell, said: “EasyJet is stuck in a holding pattern of higher costs and limited earnings visibility as the Middle East conflict weighs on the airline and holiday industries. Fortunately for EasyJet, people are still taking flights – they’re just booking them at the last minute. That’s better than not flying at all.

“The summer will be a testing time for EasyJet as it tries to ensure a smooth operation during its peak season. Air traffic control strikes are normally to blame for any disruption, but fuel constraints could be added into the mix.

“There is also the big unknown as to whether we’re facing another cost-of-living crisis if inflationary pressures intensify amid a high oil price. Many people value their week in the sun higher than most other treats, and so it’s possible that cash-strapped consumers will make cutbacks elsewhere to guarantee their summer holiday. EasyJet will be praying that dynamic continues to be in motion.

“EasyJet is ploughing ahead with its growth plans despite this uncertain backdrop. That includes improving the distribution of its packaged holidays through agreements with high street travel agents, launching flight and hotel deals, offering a loyalty scheme, and switching to more efficient aircraft. All these moves make perfect sense as EasyJet continues to build on what is already a rock-solid name in the travel and leisure space. There is an incredible amount of trust in the brand and EasyJet is capitalising on that position by doing more to help people get from A to B swiftly, cheaply and in an enjoyable way.”

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