New Delhi, Feb. 27 -- Domestic passengers flying in and out of Delhi Airport during peak hours (5-8:55 am and pm) could soon face increased costs, while international first and business class travelers may see higher charges than those in economy or premium economy.

This proposal, if approved, would be the first of its kind for an Indian airport, a TOI report stated.

Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) has suggested levying a user development fee (UDF) on arriving passengers, in addition to the existing fee for departures. The proposal also includes differential charges based on flight timings and class of travel. Sources indicate that these measures aim to avoid a steep uniform hike and support DIAL's expansion plans.

DIAL, which o...