What is a temporary fuel surcharge on a reward ticket?

A fuel surcharge (YQ) is a dollar amount that the airline adds to the cost of a ticket booked with points. It is added to airport taxes and must be paid in cash, even if the ticket is "free" in points.

How much are Porter fuel surcharges?

Porter's temporary fuel surcharge amount is $40, per direction, per person, regardless of the destination.

Are my existing reward tickets affected?

No. Reward tickets already issued are not affected retroactively. However, if you modify or reissue an existing ticket, the surcharge could apply to the new booking.

Does the number of points required for a reward ticket change?

No. The number of VIPorter points required to book a reward ticket remains the same. The fuel surcharge is an additional amount paid in dollars, which is added to the point cost.

How do I know if a Porter reward ticket is still worth it?

Compare the total cost of the reward ticket (points converted to dollar value + taxes + surcharge) with the price of a paid ticket on the same route. If the difference is small or non-existent, pay in cash and save your points for a better opportunity.

Could surcharges decrease in the future?

It is possible. Fuel surcharges are generally linked to the price of jet fuel. If oil prices drop significantly, Porter could reduce the surcharges. However, in the airline industry, surcharges—even "temporary" ones—tend to stay once introduced.

Jean-Maximilien Voisine

Jean-Maximilien Voisine is the President and Founder of Milesopedia and a leading expert in rewards programs, credit cards, and travel across Canada, France, and the U.S.A. Now 40 years old and a father of two, he has explored more than 100 countries—many of them alongside his wife Audrey and their children. Specializing in loyalty programs such as Aeroplan, Flying Blue, American Express Membership Rewards, and Marriott Bonvoy, Jean-Maximilien helps travellers unlock the full potential of their points and benefits. His mission: empower others to travel better and smarter across North America and Europe.

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