Covid travel rules are being eased by certain nations as the Easter holiday period approaches, but there could still be disruption to sunseekers planning their getaway. Many flights could still yet be delayed or cancelled despite some popular destinations relaxing the most strict regulations.
To reduce the impact on passengers, most cancellations are being made at least a day in advance and on routes with multiple daily flights, so passengers can be offered alternative departures. British Airways said many of its recent cancellations include flights cut as part of its decision last month to reduce its schedule until the end of May.
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Airports are also struggling from the combination of staff shortages and a spike in demand as many families head abroad for the school Easter holiday, which is the first since the UK’s coronavirus restrictions for international travellers were dropped.
More than 100 UK flights scheduled for Wednesday (April 6) were cancelled. British Airways axed at least 78 flights at Heathrow, while easyJet cancelled at least 30 at Gatwick.
Meanwhile, many holiday hotspots are easing Covid rules amid the rush to secure an Easter break. However, there have been warnings of disruption in Sri Lanka because of supply shortages.
Spain has updated its entry requirements and non-vaccinated UK passengers can now enter the country as long as they show proof of a negative Covid test or evidence of recovery.
Certificate of vaccination : Proof of being fully-vaccinated - with both doses of a two-dose vaccine or one dose of a one-dose vaccine - at least 14 days prior to arrival in Spain. If more than 270 days have passed since the final dose, certification of a booster vaccination is also required, except for teenagers aged 12 to 17 (inclusive).
Diagnostic Test Certificate : Proof that the passenger has carried out a negative diagnostic test including PCR tests (within 72 hours) or antigen tests (within 24 hours).
Certificate of recovery : Proof that the passenger has recovered from Covid. Recovery certificates issued by the official authorities will be valid at least 11 days after tests carried out by qualified personnel. The certificate shall be valid for 180 days after the date of the first positive diagnostic test result. Children under 12 years old are exempt when travelling with an adult.
All air arrivals, including children, must also present a QR code which is obtained from filling in the Health Control Form available via Spain Travel Health (SpTH). This new legislation is for UK travellers aged 12 and above prior to their arrival to the whole of Spain, including the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands.
