Flights bound for Sochi and Antalya experience delays at Nizhny Novgorod Airport.
Nizhny Novgorod's Strigino Airport faced flight disruptions on July 9, 2025, as two Aeroflot flights to Sochi and Antalya were delayed due to a security incident that occurred at the airport over a week ago.
The airport had been closed for more than a day on July 4, 2025, due to Ukrainian drone threats, resulting in flight restrictions and disruptions. As a result of these earlier disruptions, the flight to Sochi, originally scheduled for 14:40 on July 9, was delayed and will now depart at 16:10. Similarly, the flight to Antalya, originally planned for 15:50 on July 9, has been delayed and will now depart at 17:20.
Other flights operated by Aeroflot were also affected, with delays reported at the airport on July 9. The delays were displayed on the online board at Nizhny Novgorod Airport, providing passengers with up-to-date information about their flights.
Rosaviatsiya, the Russian Federal Air Transport Agency, reported on the current situation in Russian airports, highlighting the economic losses faced by airlines due to these disruptions. Despite the challenges, the airport was described as calm on July 7, with additional staff deployed to manage operations.
For the most current information, it is advisable to check with the airport directly or consult flight tracking services for specific flight updates. Passengers are encouraged to plan accordingly and allow extra time for their journeys.
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News of further flight disruptions were reported at Nizhny Novgorod Airport on July 9, 2025, with Aeroflot's lifestyle sections, including travel to Sochi and Antalya, being affected. The delays were still visible on the airport's online board, necessitating passengers to plan their journeys accordingly and allow extra time.
