airline tax & HK security charges?

Posted by ems2000 (469 days ago)

We are booking a holiday to Langkawi on Malaysia airlines and keep getting different quotes for the taxes & charges.
One travel agent quoted $1160 pp (inclusive) as did the airline's website - however the agent we are booking with insists this doesn't include a HK security tax so they are charging extra - $1211 pp
Anyone have any thoughts on this to help?
Thanks!!

(I am based in Hong Kong)

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Posted by Moppet (469 days ago)

why not just book with the agent or with the airline direct if you are unsure?

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by ems2000 (469 days ago)

I would prefer to go with this agent as its the best deal on other accounts, and they are recommended - just want to make sure we are paying the right price!

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Moppet (468 days ago)

well if you go with what the airline is charging it should be the same for taxes with the agent otherwise they are making money of you on this.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by ldsllvn (467 days ago)

i have had the same before - looked on airline and it was one price, agent quoted higher. Asked the agent and she said something about agent's fees included!! nearly fell off my chair - so always book directly via the airline websites now..

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by ems2000 (467 days ago)

I know, its incredible the array of 'extras' they can think up!
We usually book flights through the airline direct but for packages the agents usually get better offers etc - we already booked but still there was a huge variety between different agents on costs etc for the SAME deal (same flyer, offer etc). I just don't get it!!!

(I am based in Hong Kong)