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Greek Air-Traffic-Controller Strike Grounds 31 Cyprus-Greece Flights, Tests Contingency Plans

Greek Air-Traffic-Controller Strike Grounds 31 Cyprus-Greece Flights, Tests Contingency Plans

A 24-hour strike by Greek air-traffic controllers on 2 January led to 31 flight cancellations between Cyprus and Greece and forced schedule changes for over-flights. The incident highlights how industrial action in neighbouring countries can ripple through Cypriot connectivity and stress corporate travel-risk plans.

Jan 5, 2026
Middle-East Tensions Divert 30 Flights to Cyprus, Hotels Scramble to House 2,400 Passengers

Middle-East Tensions Divert 30 Flights to Cyprus, Hotels Scramble to House 2,400 Passengers

Closure of Israeli airspace after an Israel-Iran flare-up diverted 30 flights to Larnaca and Paphos, leaving 2,400 passengers in need of hotel rooms. Cyprus’ tourism authorities activated emergency accommodation schemes, but hoteliers warn that a prolonged crisis could disrupt winter occupancy plans.

Jan 5, 2026
Cyprus General Strike Poised to Disrupt 50+ Flights and 15,000 Passengers

Cyprus General Strike Poised to Disrupt 50+ Flights and 15,000 Passengers

A nationwide general strike on 5 January is expected to disrupt more than 50 flights at Larnaca and Paphos, affecting over 15,000 passengers. Hermes Airports and unions are preparing contingency staffing, but travellers should expect delays and check EU261 rights.

Jan 5, 2026

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