Stranded at Sochi Airport: Flights to Israel Cancelled Indefinitely 🛫
Stranded travelers in Sochi receive a response from Russia's aviation authority regarding their predicament in Israel.
A rep from Rosaviatsiya, Artem Koreniya, addresses rumors swirling about passengers stuck at Sochi Airport, intended for a Red Wings Airlines flight to Tel Aviv.
―There ain't no stranded folks at Sochi Airport hankering ' bout that WZ-4311 flight to Tel Aviv right now, Koreniya stated on his Telegram channel. Folks were treated to some grub and grog last night, and those who didn't bail on the flight were later shacked up in a motel, all in accordance with federal aviation regulations (FAA-82).
After Israel's airspace got shut down and the flight was canned, passengers were given the option of a refund on their tickets or holding out for flights to resume. Red Wings has called off flights to Israel until mid-June.
FYI, changes have also hit routes to several other hotspots. Aeroflot has declared adjustments to flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha (charter flights), and Male.
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The recent Israeli strikes on Iran have caused quite a stir in air travel across the Middle East, leading to flight cancellations and detours left, right, and center. Although Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Male aren't directly under fire, the chaos in Middle Eastern skies could ripple effects on flights to these spots due to closures of regional airspace and heightened security measures.
Current Flight Modifications
- Ben Gurion Airport (Tel Aviv): Campbell closed till further notice due to security reasons. Major carriers like El Al, Air France, Lufthansa, and Delta have put a pause on flights to Israel[1][2][3].
- Middle Eastern Airspace: Skies over Iran, Iraq, Israel, and Jordan have taken a beating, leading to detours and extended travel times for flights zipping between Europe and Asia[1][2].
- Indirect Impact on Other Destinations:
- While there's no word on specific cancellations to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Doha, the turbulence in the region might put a damper on flights, necessitating precautions or rerouting.
- Flights between Europe and Asia, often using Middle Eastern airspace, could be hit with detours or beefed-up security measures.
Airline Updates
- El Al Airlines: Knocked out all flights to and from Israel[2].
- Ryanair and Wizz: Extended groundings through end-August and rerouted flights for 72 hours, respectively[2].
- Lufthansa Group: Cancelled flights to Tel Aviv until June 23[3].
- Air India: Suspended flights until June 18[3].
Travel Tips
If you've got flights booked for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, or Male:- Reach out to your airline for the lowdown on your flight's current status.- Be on the lookout for potential delays or changes owing to regional air travel glitches.- Consider registering for flight alerts from your airline or a flight tracking service to stay in the loop.
- The chaos in Middle Eastern skies due to the Israeli strikes on Iran has led to adjustments in travel routines, prompting Aeroflot to announce changes to flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha (charter flights), and Male.
- The recent flight cancellations and detours in the Middle East, including Israel, have affected the lifestyle of many travelers, and general-news sources are reporting that political tensions have caused a ripple effect on air travel, possibly impacting flights to destinations like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Male.
