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Dozens of flights to and from Larnaca canceled as Middle East tensions disrupt travel

ByFamagusta Gazette

Mar 12, 2026
Israeli aircraft line up on the tarmac at Larnaca airport on Tuesday 17th June. (Famagusta Gazette)

Thirty‑two flights to and from Larnaca Airport were canceled on Wednesday as instability in the Middle East continued to disrupt regional air travel, airport authorities said.

The cancellations include 16 arrivals and 16 departures involving destinations such as Israel, Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Bahrain.

Officials urged passengers with scheduled travel to contact their airline or travel agent directly for updated information.

The disruptions come as the wider region remains tense, with airlines adjusting routes and schedules amid heightened security concerns and shifting military activity. Several carriers have already rerouted or suspended services in recent days as governments warn of potential spillover effects from the ongoing crisis.

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