Business Daily - Follow the Money: What's driving up the cost of flying?
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Whether you're heading off on holiday or travelling for work, flying could cost significantly more than it did a year ago. And it's not just the ticket price. From baggage fees to seat selection and priority boarding, the extras can quickly add up. Hannah Mullane explores the economics of aviation with the CEO of Berlin Brandenburg Airport, asking what's driving the rise in air travel costs and whether ultra low-cost flying is becoming a thing of the past.
Presenter: Hannah Mullane
Producer: Josh Martin
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(Picture: Travellers check on a departure board at Heathrow Airport in London on March 2, 2026. Credit: REUTERS/Isabel Infantes)
Published on Monday, 17th August 2026.
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