Several airlines in China are re-imposing surcharges due to surging fuel prices. According to the Civil Aviation Administration, airlines including Air China, Ruili Airlines and Lucky Air will re-instate fuel surcharges from today 5 November.
The surcharges were last removed nearly 2019. The CAAC said adult passengers will be charged a surcharge of 10 yuan ($1.56) per person for short flights less than 800 km, and 20 yuan for longer flights. The surcharge is applicable for domestic services only.
