Virgin Atlantic Suspends Flights to Pakistan

Virgin Atlantic has announced the suspension of its services between London Heathrow and Lahore as well as Islamabad. The decision comes as the airline reviews its entire network and makes adjustments to its operations.

A spokesperson from Virgin Atlantic expressed regret over the difficult decision to suspend flights between London Heathrow and Pakistan. Since launching the service in December 2020, the airline has taken pride in offering travel options for customers between London, Manchester in the UK, and Islamabad and Lahore in Pakistan. During this time, Virgin Atlantic has also played a crucial role in transporting cargo and delivering essential medical supplies.

The airline acknowledges the impact this decision may have on passengers and sincerely apologizes for any inconvenience caused. Virgin Atlantic extends heartfelt gratitude to all individuals in Pakistan, including customers, employees, partners, and authorities, for their support over the past two years.

Virgin Atlantic will continue to operate flights between London and Lahore until May 1st 2023 and between London and Islamabad until July 9th 2023. Affected customers who have bookings beyond these dates will be contacted with alternative options, including the possibility of rebooking or receiving a full refund.

Background Information:

Virgin Atlantic introduced flights from London Heathrow to Islamabad and Lahore, as well as from Manchester to Islamabad, during the peak of the pandemic in December 2020. These routes were launched at a time when many destinations, including the United States, were inaccessible for travel. The aim was to cater to the visiting friends and relatives (VFR) market, which was among the first sectors to show signs of recovery.

As part of its efforts to enhance operational resilience, Virgin Atlantic is reassessing its network and optimizing resources for its 2023 flying program. This review has led to the difficult decision to suspend flights to Pakistan.

The final flight dates for the Pakistan routes are as follows:

• LHR-LHE VS364 departs on April 30th, 2023, at 21:55
• LHE-LHR VS365 departs on May 1st, 2023, at 12:25
• LHR-ISB VS378 departs on July 8th, 2023, at 21:55
• ISB-LHR VS379 departs on July 9th, 2023, at 12:40

Virgin Atlantic’s dedicated teams will reach out to customers affected by Pakistan Flights cancellations, providing them with suitable options, including rebooking to alternative airlines (if applicable) or a full refund for customers with live future bookings. Customers who have made their bookings through third-party travel agents are advised to contact them directly to discuss their available alternatives.

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