In a move that has caught the attention of frequent flyers, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced an increase in the car parking fees at Karachi airport. The revised fee structure, which comes into effect immediately, has been set at Rs100, marking an increment of Rs10 from the previous charges.
Under the new fee structure, vehicle owners will be required to pay Rs100 for parking their vehicles for up to three hours within the airport premises. However, those who wish to park their vehicles for a duration exceeding three hours will be subject to additional charges. The specifics of these additional charges have not been disclosed yet.
This decision has been taken by the Karachi airport management committee following the conclusion of the tenure of the private contractor who was previously overseeing the parking services at the airport. The CAA spokesperson, while announcing the new fee structure, also mentioned that this decision aligns with the airport’s policy of revising the parking fees annually.
The annual increment, which has been set at Rs10, is a part of the airport’s strategy to ensure the provision of high-quality services to its patrons. The revenue generated from these fees is expected to be utilized for the maintenance and improvement of the airport’s infrastructure.
While this decision might not sit well with some patrons, it is important to note that such revisions are a common practice at airports worldwide. They are a crucial part of ensuring that airports can continue to provide top-notch services to their patrons while also maintaining their infrastructure to the highest standards.