Airport Fee Increase Bill
Official: Rebuilding America’s Airport Infrastructure Act
IntroducedJune 5, 2025
Why This Matters
This bill increases the fees that airports can charge travelers to help pay for airport improvements. It ensures that airports have the funds needed to enhance their facilities over the next few years.
If you fly from an airport, expect to pay more in fees starting in 2027.
Affects: Travelers flying from U.S. airports will pay higher fees on their tickets.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill raises the maximum passenger facility charge at airports. 2. Starting in 2027, the charge will increase to $5.50 per ticket. 3. The charge will continue to rise annually, reaching $8.50 by 2030. 4. These fees help fund improvements to airport infrastructure. 5. The changes aim to support better facilities for travelers.
Who is affected?
Travelers flying from U.S. airports will pay higher fees on their tickets.