Russia to suspend flights with Turkey from April 15 to June 1

Russia will suspend flights with Turkey from April 15 to June 1 due to risk of importing new coronavirus infection. Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Tatyana Golikova announced this on Monday. The Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation stressed that there are two flights per week on reciprocal basis: Moscow – Istanbul, Istanbul – Moscow.

Also, from April 15 to June 1, air traffic between Russia and Tanzania will be limited.

Golikova noted that if situation in Turkey and Tanzania stabilizes, air traffic between countries will be restored.

Tour operators are advised to stop selling tickets to Turkey in Russia to save lives of Russians.

Russians who bought tours to Turkey and Tanzania are recommended to change direction of their vacation.

Earlier Russia restored air traffic with Turkey on August 1, 2020.