As conflict in the Middle East escalates between the US, Israel and Iran, a British military base in Cyprus, RAF Akrotiri, was hit by an unmanned drone strike overnight on Sunday.
EasyJet cancelled three return flights connecting the UK and Cyprus on Monday as a “precaution” following the suspected drone impact.
Although the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) considers Cyprus generally safe for travel, here is everything you need to know.
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Is it safe to travel to Cyprus?
On Monday morning, the Foreign Office issued new advice following a suspected drone impact at RAF Akrotiri.
“On 2 March 2026, the Sovereign Base Areas Administration confirmed a suspected drone impact at RAF Akrotiri. British nationals in the Sovereign Base Areas should follow instructions from the Sovereign Base Areas Administration British Bases Cyprus Facebook. British nationals in the Republic of Cyprus should follow any instructions from Cypriot local authorities”, it said.
Although the FCDO does not warn against travel to Cyprus, travellers are told to take “sensible precautions” due to a “heightened risk of regional tensions”.
The Sovereign Base Areas Administration and British Forces Cyprus said on Facebook said it is working with local leaders to “support any Akrotiri residents who wish to temporarily disperse from the village”.
What is government advice if you are already there?
Holidaymakers already in Cyprus are advised to sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts, monitor local and international media for the latest information and follow the instructions of the local authorities during this period of heightened regional tension.
Are flights going to Cyprus?
Most departures to and from Paphos International and Larnaca airports are currently operating as scheduled.
However, three return easyJet flights between the Cypriot aviation hubs and the UK have been cancelled on Monday as a precaution, “due to the events overnight affecting the RAF base in Akrotiri”.
An easyJet spokesperson said: “Flights from 3 March are currently operating as planned, but we would advise customers due to travel to and from Cyprus over the coming days to check our flight tracker for the latest information.”
“We are doing all we can to minimise the impact for our customers and are providing options for rebooking, including on other airlines or a refund, as well as hotel accommodation and meals for those who require them.”
Impacted journeys include departures from London Gatwick and Manchester airport.
Can I cancel my holiday to Cyprus?
As the FCDO has not warned against non-essential travel to Cyprus, there will be no special circumstances in place to be able to cancel a trip for a full refund. The conditions for cancelling your trip will be dependent on your holiday provider, so it’s best to contact them if you’re looking to postpone. There is no obligation for companies to refund bookings if you want to cancel, and you will not be able to claim on your travel insurance due to safety concerns unless government advice changes.
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