Fuel surcharges forever! Here are two examples of outrageous airline fees
The price of oil is falling. But not airline fees and fuel surcharges. Although some air carriers have suggested they’ll reduce or eliminate fuel charges in particular, it’s not trickling down to tickets.
Airlines cut fuel surcharges — but not to every destination
Fuel prices are down. But airline fuel surcharges aren’t on their way out — unless you’re flying to certain European destinations.
Why fuel surcharges and other airline fees are never going away
As the price of gas falls, many travelers are wondering when airlines or cruise lines will drop their controversial fuel surcharges or extra fees. The answer may be: never.
As jet fuel prices drop, will fuel surcharges follow?
Airlines have been quick to add fuel surcharges during this period of soaring jet fuel costs. But will the changes in the direction of jet fuel prices on the open markets be reflected in fuel surcharge reductions? Already, consumers can see price changes at gasoline pumps.