The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has revised its travel guidance for British tourists heading to Cyprus and Turkey, as the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran continues to cause travel disruption across the Middle East. Airspace closures have led to flight cancellations, rerouting, and delays, affecting holidaymakers in the region.
For Cyprus, the FCDO warns of a heightened risk of regional tension and possible escalation following a suspected drone strike on a British base on the island. While there is no current advice against travel, British nationals are urged to follow official guidance and sign up for travel advice email alerts. Airlines including easyJet and Tui have suspended or postponed flights, and passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling.
In Turkey, the FCDO advises against all travel within 10km of the Syrian border due to fighting and terrorism risks. The wider country has no travel warnings, meaning holidaymakers cannot cancel for a refund unless the airline or provider cancels. The FCDO notes that regional escalation poses significant security risks and has led to travel disruption, advising British nationals to follow local authorities' advice and keep departure plans under review.
Flights to Turkey's main airports, including Istanbul, Antalya, and Ankara, are largely continuing as scheduled, though delays remain possible. The FCDO statement says: 'The FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to...' but the full text was not provided in the source.
