Taxes & Fees (Flights)
At Golden Dust UK Ltd , we are committed to full pricing transparency for all flight bookings. Airline ticket prices may include mandatory government taxes, airport charges, airline-imposed fees, and optional service add-ons. The final cost of your ticket depends on the airline, route, cabin class, departure airport, and travel dates.
| Fee / Tax | Description | Applicability | Amount / Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Airfare | The core price of the airline ticket based on route, travel dates, cabin class, fare rules, and seat availability. | Applies to all tickets | $50 – $1,500+ |
| Service Fee | A non-refundable platform fee covering booking management, secure payment processing, customer support, and ticketing services. | Applies to all bookings | $10 – $40 per ticket |
| Government Taxes | Mandatory taxes imposed by federal, state, or international authorities, including aviation and security-related charges. | Varies by country & route | 5% – 25% of base fare |
| Airport Taxes & Fees | Charges collected by departure or arrival airports to fund airport operations, infrastructure, and passenger facilities. | Airport-specific | $10 – $80 per segment |
| Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) | A U.S. government-approved fee used to fund airport improvements and safety enhancements. | U.S. departures | Up to $4.50 per segment |
| Security Fee | Government-imposed security charges to support passenger screening and aviation security programs. | Domestic & international flights | $5 – $20 per ticket |
| International Departure / Arrival Tax | Taxes levied by foreign governments for international departures, arrivals, or transits. | International routes | $10 – $150+ |
| Fuel Surcharge | Airline-imposed surcharge to offset fluctuations in fuel costs. Amount varies by airline and route. | Selected fares only | $20 – $300+ |
| Baggage Fees | Charges for checked baggage, excess baggage, or overweight/oversized items. | Optional / fare-based | $30 – $200 per bag |
| Seat Selection Fee | Optional charge for advance seat selection, preferred seating, or extra-legroom seats. | Optional | $10 – $150 per segment |
| Change / Reissue Fee | Airline and service fees applied when modifying travel dates, routes, or flight numbers. | Only if changes requested | $50 – $400+ |
| Cancellation Fee | Penalty charged for canceling a ticket outside the free cancellation window, subject to fare rules. | Based on fare type | $75 – $500+ |
| No-Show Fee | Applied when a passenger fails to check in or board the flight without prior cancellation. | Only if no-show occurs | Up to 100% of fare |
| Optional Travel Add-Ons | Services such as priority boarding, in-flight meals, travel insurance, or lounge access. | Optional | $10 – $250+ |
