Fuel Prices in Ukraine
As of June 17, 2026, gas station chains in Ukraine—including WOG, UPG, and Oko—have lowered fuel prices by 1 hryvnia per liter. The average price for A-95 gasoline now stands at 75.77 hryvnia per liter, while diesel fuel costs 83.48 hryvnia per liter. The most expensive fuel is offered by Oko, WOG, and Socar, whereas the cheapest options can be found at Ukrnafta and BRSM-Nafta.
Specifically, A-95 gasoline costs 73.90 hryvnia per liter at UPG, 81.90 hryvnia at Oko, and 78.90 hryvnia at WOG. For diesel fuel, prices are 79.90 hryvnia per liter at UPG, 83.90 hryvnia at Oko, and 83.90 hryvnia at WOG. Other chains like KLO and SOCAR also operate in the market, with A-95 prices ranging from 70.90 to 78.90 hryvnia per liter.
Cashback Program and Rising Prices
A cashback initiative running from March 20 to May 31, 2026, attracted 2.3 million Ukrainians. Participants received compensation covering 15% of diesel costs, 10% of gasoline costs, and 5% of autogas costs. This program helped partially offset fuel price increases, which have become a major topic of discussion in Ukraine.
According to data, Ukraine ranked among the world's top ten countries for the fastest diesel price growth, with diesel costs rising by 33.9%. A key driver of this increase was the shutdown of the country's largest oil refinery, leaving over 85% of light petroleum products dependent on imports. Pavlo Kyrylenko, head of the Antimonopoly Committee, stated that
'the main objective factor influencing the price increase is that after the shutdown of the largest and virtually only oil refinery in Ukraine, over 85% of light petroleum products depend on imports.'
From February 26 to March 31, diesel prices (Platts) surged by 86%, while import prices rose by 58% over the same period. At gas stations, prices increased by 39%. Average station-level price increases were more moderate: gasoline rose by 16% and diesel by 39%. Kyrylenko also noted that
'average prices at gas stations in Ukraine rose more slowly.'
The Antimonopoly Committee found no evidence of monopolistic practices in Ukraine's fuel market. Other factors contributing to rising fuel prices include:
- increased demand volumes;
- reduced supply and inventory levels;
- higher logistics service costs.
Currently, the fuel market remains dynamic, requiring continued monitoring by state authorities.
The situation in Ukraine's fuel market remains tense due to import dependence and the refinery shutdown. The recent price reductions at some gas stations may be partially linked to cashback programs that stimulate consumer demand. However, given the high rate of diesel price increases, further market shifts could significantly impact the national economy, particularly logistics costs and consumer goods prices.