US EditionMore than half of UK airports have hiked 'kiss and fly' drop-off fees - here's the full list
UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 16 – More than half of UK airports raised drop-off fees in the past year to manage congestion and fund improvements, while 9 of 10 busiest EU airports charge no drop-off fees, RAC said.
- Since last year, more than half of UK airports raised drop-off fees, with charges reaching some of the highest summer levels, RAC analysis shows.
- According to the AirportsUK chief, Karen Dee said, 'All airports offer a free drop-off facility,' and added that 'where fees are charged, this helps airports manage and reduce congestion, noise, carbon emissions and air pollution.'
- In the EU, eight of the top 10 busiest airports such as Paris Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt and Madrid, have no drop-off fees, contrasting with UK airports
- Reflecting frustration, Rod Dennis said `the seemingly annual ritual of many airports hiking the cost of drop-offs is unfortunately continuing unabated`, adding increases are likely to frustrate drivers dropping off family and friends.
- With barrierless systems, RAC senior policy officer Rod Dennis warned that airports are replacing on-site payment, risking parking charge notices for drivers who forget to pay.
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‘Depressing’ Newcastle Airport increases drop-off fees while major EU airports remain free
More than half of UK airports have either introduced or raised drop-off fees for drivers over the past year, while most of the busiest airports across the EU continue to offer the service for free, according to new research.
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