Flights Held Up at Sochi Airport, Delayed for 25 Journeys
In a recent development, Sochi International Airport in Russia faced temporary restrictions and delays due to a Ukrainian drone threat on August 8, 2025.
Initially, 114 flights were scheduled for the day, with 77 having successfully departed,[1] leaving 37 yet to take off. However, reports later mentioned that 59 flights had been delayed due to the drone threat on the same date.[3]
The airport's operations were impacted by repeated restrictions on arrivals and departures, as announced by the Russian Federal Air Transport Agency.[2]
The current departure rate stands at approximately 68%, with 77 flights out of the total 114 having departed. The adjustment in schedules suggests potential changes in the number of departures over the next two days.
It's important to note that there are no updates or reported incidents about flight delays at Sochi International Airport related to the Ukrainian drone threat in August 2021. The drone-related disruptions are a recent development in August 2025.
Passengers are advised to check the status of their flights and travel plans, as the adjustment in schedules may affect some passengers.
[1] Source: Sochi International Airport's official website [2] Source: Russian Federal Air Transport Agency's official announcement [3] Source: Sochi International Airport's press release on August 8, 2025
Despite the recent drone threat at Sochi International Airport on August 8, 2025, causing temporary restrictions and delays, no flight delays related to this incident have been reported in August 2021. The ongoing turbulence in the airport's travel schedule might affect the lifestyle of those with future plans to travel, as adjustments in schedules suggest potential changes in the number of departures in the next few days, implying possible general-news updates about travel disruptions.
