Russia: Flights canceled at Moscow airport due to snow Feb. 22

Event

As of Friday, February 22, flight disruptions, including delays and cancelations, have been reported at Moscow's Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) due to ongoing heavy snow and ice on the runway. Aeroflot airline has canceled at least 15 flights and rescheduled dozens of others; several other flights have been diverted to nearby airports. Lingering disruptions are possible on February 23.

Advice

Travelers to and from Moscow are advised to confirm their flight status prior to departure for the airport and contact their airline for more information. Individuals in Moscow are advised to remain cautious when driving or walking in snowy/icy conditions, adhere to any advice issued by the local authorities, and keep abreast of the situation via weather forecasts.