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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 2:59 pm
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Originally Posted by ceebs1
Global, we've actually managed to avoid US in the past with tighter connections, and opted to go directly from London, but this time, the only airfares in our budget are the ones through the US, which is a bit of a pickle.
The worst part is knowing what you are paying for this treatment:

•U.S. International Departure Tax - $16.10
•U.S. International Arrival Tax - $16.10
•U.S. Customs Fee - $5.50
•Immigration User Fee – $7.00
•Animal and Plant Health Inspection (APHIS) Fee - $5.00
•Federal Flight Segment Tax - $3.60
•TSA 9/11 Security Fee - $2.50

I don't know how many times they charge you these fees if you just connect in the USA as opposed to originating or terminating in the USA, but you are paying them for this treatment.
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