Finavia to hike airport charges from January next year

Finnish airport operator Finavia is set to raise its airport charges for airlines and other airport users from 1 January 2023. The decision was said to have been driven by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the rise in financing costs. It was also the result of increased depreciation as a result of the investment programme, stated the operator. As per the new plan, passenger charges will see a 4.8% hike, while landing charges will rise by an average of 5.1%. Aircraft parking charges, electricity infrastructure fees, and security charges for departing passengers will rise by 3.8%, 4%, and 4.2%, respectively. Total air traffic charges will rise by 4.7% compared to 2022 tariffs. The operator is currently conducting a cost-cutting drive of E200m. <br/>