PIA raises fares

The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has increased fares on its flights for international routes and Umrahs. According to sources, private airlines including the PIA have increased fares for their international routes and Umrahs due to rapidly increasing prices of oil, a private television channel reported.
After the increase, the PIA's two-way fare for London will be Rs 58,770, for New York Rs 97,800, for Dubai Rs 25,300 and for Canada Rs 98,500. Besides, the PIA fare for the Umrah after the increase has reached Rs 53,800. Similarly, Saudi Airline has also increased its fare for the Umrah to Rs 57,500. Other airlines including Emirates Airlines and Thai Airlines have also increased their fares for international flights.