Fuel Surcharge FAQs
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How much is the fuel surcharge?
The fuel surcharge will vary and is calculated monthly based on the price of fuel. A fuel surcharge is normal for regulated carriers such as Hawaii Superferry and the amount of the surcharge will vary depending on passenger and vehicle fares. Regardless of travel date, for tickets purchased from now through May 31 the fuel surcharge will be 49.8%. Should the cost of fuel go down, the fuel surcharge will also go down.
Does HSF establish the fuel surcharge rate?
The price of fuel dictates the fuel surcharge amount. For information on how the fuel surcharge is calculated, please view the complete tariff document under fare information.
Why is the fuel surcharge separate from the base fare?
Passenger and vehicle fares are regulated by the Public Utilities Commission and not subject to change without prior approval. The fuel surcharge will vary monthly depending on the cost of fuel and is in addition to the passenger and vehicle fares.
Is the fuel surcharge each way?
Yes, a fuel surcharge is in addition to each passenger and vehicle fare each way.
Where does the money go?
Hawaii Superferry does not make money on the fuel surcharge. It is a pass through that pays for the fluctuating cost of fuel.
Is the fuel surcharge permanent?
The fuel surcharge is an integral component of the Hawaii Superferry fare structure approved by the Public Utilities Commission. Should fuel prices go down, the fuel surcharge will also go down.