Fuel costs in Peru are rising as limited availability of Compressed Natural Gas (CNV) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (GLP) strains the market. The increases are driven by high demand from drivers, leading suppliers to adjust prices upward.
The situation is impacting transportation and household budgets across the country, with gasoline prices exceeding 20 soles per liter in some areas. However, consumers can locate more affordable options by using the Facilito platform from the Investment Supervision Agency for Energy and Mining (Osinergmin) to compare prices in real time.
Aumento semanal de combustible en Perú. Los combustibles subieron hasta 26% en una semana
The recent gas explosion at the Camisea field in Cusco is contributing to the supply issues, according to Carlos Puente, head of the Association of Gas Stations and Service Stations of Peru. Authorities have implemented restrictions on the supply of Natural Vehicle Gas (NGV) in response, and the scarcity is too affecting the availability of GLP.
On March 9, 2026, Transportation Minister Aldo Prieto Barrera announced that the current supply of natural gas will only ensure the operation of approximately 6,000 buses. The minister stated that the available fuel will be prioritized for services carrying the largest number of passengers, including the Metropolitano, Complementary Corridors, conventional buses, and AeroDirecto.
Smaller vehicles, such as taxis, vans, and minibuses, will not receive priority access to NGV during the emergency. These vehicles typically have dual-fuel systems and can utilize alternative fuels, allowing more gas to be allocated to larger buses that lack this flexibility. “We appeal to your understanding to use alternative fuel,” Prieto said.
The price of gasohol and diesel has also increased significantly, exceeding 20 soles per liter in several locations. This situation is causing concern among millions of Peruvians and has led to long lines at gas stations, images of which have gone viral on social media.
