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Ban on flights to United Kingdom lifted

Sofia Airport
Photo: BGNES

Bulgaria's Civil Aviation Administration has lifted the ban on flights to and from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland with an order issued by the chief director Stanimir Leshev. 

All air carriers holding a valid Community operating license for the transportation of passengers, freight and mail and operating flights to Bulgaria will be notified of the order. Airports throughout the country will also be informed of the decision.

The Bulgarian Embassy in London advises citizens whose flights are forthcoming or have been cancelled to contact the relevant airlines for further information.



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