If you’re planning a trip to the UK and haven’t yet purchased your air tickets then you’re in for a bit of bad news – the cost of your flight is likely to be more expensive than those who booked three days ago.
On 1 April 2018, the UK increased its Air Passenger Duty tax for passengers flying out of the UK by up to £18 or AU$33, Express.co.uk reported.
Sadly, the news was not an April Fool’s joke but rather a move by the local government to gather more funds from outgoing travellers.
Although short haul passengers won’t be affected by the change, those flying out on services over 2,000 miles from the UK, such as those travelling to Australia, will see a slight fare increase.
For example, those travelling in economy or seats no more than 40 inches will see a rate rise of £3 (AU$5.5), increasing from £75 (AU$137) to £78 (AU$143).
Holidaymakers flying in seats more than 40 inches aka Business and First Class, will experience a travel tax increase of £6 (AU$11), from £150 (AU$275) to £156 (AU$285).
The highest rate increase will be for those travelling via private jet or in planes with less than 19 passengers, which will increase by £18 (AU$33), from £450 (AU$825) to £468 AU(858).
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