Porter adds redemption surcharge due to global fuel prices

Porter Airlines is introducing a temporary surcharge on VIPorter flight redemptions due to rising global fuel prices.

In a message sent to VIPorter members, the airline said the new charge will be applied as a “Peak Surcharge” on all reward bookings, per passenger, each way.

The change takes effect March 23, 2026 for all new VIPorter flight bookings. Existing bookings will not be affected.

The airline said the surcharge is expected to be temporary and will be removed once oil prices stabilize.

In the email, Porter said: “We want to be transparent about why this change is necessary. Fuel represents the highest cost of airline operations and this surcharge allows us to maintain the number of points required for redemption.”

Porter thanked members for their understanding and continued loyalty.

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