Fuel prices in Switzerland increased by 1.7% over the weekend of 13 July 2026, marking the latest in a series of price hikes driven by the Middle East conflict affecting global oil markets.
Petrol and diesel prices rose during the weekend, with diesel now selling at CHF 2.00 per litre. The 1.7% increase affects both fuel types, though diesel has seen more pronounced jumps in recent months.
The July 2026 increase follows a period of significant volatility in Swiss fuel markets:
March 2026: Diesel prices jumped 8.6% in early March, rising from CHF 1.75 to CHF 1.90 per litre. By late March, diesel had reached an average of CHF 2.13 per litre, a 22% increase over approximately four weeks.
March-April 2026: The Touring Club Switzerland (TCS) reported average prices of CHF 1.87 for unleaded 95 petrol and CHF 2.19 for diesel by late March. By late April, petrol reached CHF 1.90 and diesel CHF 2.17, annual highs at that point.
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Petrol And Diesel Prices Rising Again In Switzerland Due To Middle East Conflict
The primary driver is the war in the Middle East, which has affected oil markets and pushed prices higher. Industry experts note that diesel has experienced sharper increases than petrol due to higher industrial demand.
Additional factors include reduced global oil exports amid supply constraints, transport challenges affecting fuel shipments to Switzerland and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty impacting crude oil prices.
The Federal Office for National Economic Supply has confirmed that supplies of petroleum products remain secure, with no immediate risk of shortages despite the price increases.
However, fuel suppliers’ associations expect prices to continue climbing as long as geopolitical tensions persist and refining capacity remains constrained.
The cumulative effect of recent increases means Swiss drivers are paying significantly more at the pump compared to late 2025 levels.
