AERA allows class-based tariff on Delhi airport's international passengers

However, operator's proposal to charge higher tariff during peak hours refused by AERA

The Airport Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) has approved a proposal from the Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) for a class-based tariff structure for international passengers. This means that business and first-class travellers will now have to pay a higher User Development Fee (UDF) than economy and premium economy passengers till 2028-29.

 

This is the first time that a class-based tariff has been imposed at any Indian airport.

 

AERA justified the decision, saying it is "natural" given the additional services business-class passengers receive, such as dedicated check-in lanes, security clearance, immigration, and boarding gates. 

 

Till date, all international passengers departing from