May 26, 2026 · 11:50 AM
The Airline "Surcharge" Trick: That Fee Goes to the Airline, Not the Government
That "YQ surcharge" on your ticket isn't a government tax — it goes straight to the airline. Expand the fare breakdown and find the YQ line to compare airlines head-to-head.
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