Sochi Airport Operational, but Flights Experiencing Delays
Sochi Airport, a popular travel hub in Russia, is currently closed and under temporary flight restrictions following a drone attack on July 24, 2025. The incident targeted areas near Sochi, including the Olympic Village, an oil depot, and Vitaliy Sevastyanov Airport (Sochi Airport), resulting in casualties and damage near the airport vicinity.
The regional governor and local authorities have taken immediate action, instructing support for victims and emergency services to respond to the aftermath. Emergency and utility services are attending to damage at the oil depot and surrounding areas, indicating initial infrastructure recovery efforts. Support measures for families of victims and injured individuals have also been initiated by the local government.
Recovery plans have not been detailed explicitly, but immediate responses include imposing temporary flight restrictions at Sochi Airport to ensure safety amid ongoing security concerns. The city administration of Sochi has stated that there is currently no threat from the air.
Passengers are advised to subscribe to notifications via the Telegram bot @AerodinamikaBot for updates about their flight. They can also listen to announcements for updates and monitor the online board on the airport's website for the latest information. Rest zones are available in both general and clean areas, and free drinking water is available at water fountains near restrooms.
As of the morning of July 24, 28 flights have been delayed for departure, and the same number for arrival, totaling 56 delayed flights. The situation in the terminal of Sochi Airport remains calm. Airport staff and airline representatives are assisting passengers of delayed flights, and food outlets are operating at the airport.
The mother and child room is functioning at Sochi Airport, and flight times may be adjusted due to the current situation. The airport is currently experiencing significant flight delays, and the schedule is expected to adjust and return to normal operations within two days.
Given the sensitive nature of the incident and ongoing conflict, full restoration and reopening of flight operations at Sochi Airport may depend on further security assessments and stabilization of the region. No public timetable for reopening or detailed recovery plan has been released as of July 25, 2025.
Passengers are encouraged to monitor the situation closely and follow updates from the airport and relevant authorities.
- In an effort to manage the current crisis at Sochi Airport, the local government has launched initiatives for the recovery of infrastructure and support for the affected individuals, which includes adjusting flight times and providing rest zones, water, and updates via the Telegram bot @AerodinamikaBot.
- Amidst the temporary flight restrictions at Sochi Airport, some individuals may find solace in alternative travel destination offerings for a change of lifestyle, whether for leisure or for sports events, bringing excitement into their routines while they wait for Sochi Airport to resume its operations.
