SriLankan Airlines Adjusts Europe Routes Over Middle East Tensions

COLOMBO (News 1st); SriLankan Airlines has announced temporary changes to its European flight routes due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, which have led to the closure of certain regional airspace corridors.

In a statement issued today (13), the airline confirmed that flights to and from Europe, including key destinations such as London, are being rerouted to avoid conflict zones. enger safety and operational security.

As a result of the rerouting, flight durations have increased.

Flight UL504, arriving from London to Colombo, was diverted to Doha for refuelling due to the extended flight path. Similarly, UL501, operating from Colombo to Paris, is also being rerouted to bypass restricted airspace.