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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Natalie Wilson

FOUND: What does the air passenger duty increase mean for cheap flights | Mind Blowing Facts

The next APD rise will be introduced from 1 April 2025 - (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

The UK government has announced an increase in air passenger duty (APD) in the autumn Budget – with passengers paying £2 more for the cheapest seats and 50 per cent more to fly on private jets.

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves announced the rise in flight tax on Wednesday (30 October) in the latest hit to holidaymakers.

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