As conflict in the Middle East escalates between the US, Israel and Iran, travellers have raised concerns over holidays to Cyprus.
A British military base in Cyprus, RAF Akrotiri, was hit by an unmanned drone strike overnight on 1 March.
EasyJet cancelled three return flights connecting the UK and Cyprus 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?
The Foreign Office issued new advice following a suspected drone impact at RAF Akrotiri earlier this month.
“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 that 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?
Departures to and from Paphos International and Larnaca airports are currently operating as scheduled.
Flag carrier Cyprus Airways said: “Due to ongoing security risks in the Middle East, all Cyprus Airways flights to and from Dubai are cancelled until March 16, 2026.”
The airline added: “Cyprus Airways will continue to assess the developments, in coordination with and under the instructions of the relevant regulatory authorities, in order to make further adjustments to the flight schedule, where deemed necessary.”
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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