In a significant disruption, nine international and domestic flights scheduled to depart from Karachi Airport have been cancelled due to technical and operational reasons, according to media reports. The affected flights span multiple destinations, impacting passengers heading to Lahore, Islamabad, Beijing, and Dubai.
Domestic Flights Cancelled
Several domestic flights were called off, causing inconvenience to passengers. SereneAir faced multiple cancellations, including:
- Flight ER-522: Karachi to Lahore
- Flight ER-504: Karachi to Islamabad
- Flight ER-502: Karachi to Islamabad
Similarly, AirSial flights were not spared as:
- Flight PF-145: Karachi to Lahore was suspended
- Flight PF-123: Karachi to Islamabad was cancelled
International Flights Cancelled
International passengers were also impacted. Key cancellations included:
- AirBlue Flight PA-200: Karachi to Islamabad
- GulfAir Flight GF-753: Departure from Karachi
- AirChina Flight CA-946: Karachi to Beijing
- Emirates Flight EK-609: Karachi to Dubai
These cancellations have caused disruptions in travel plans, leaving passengers stranded and seeking alternative arrangements. While the exact reasons behind these cancellations remain unclear, they are reportedly due to technical and operational challenges.
Flight Cancellations Summary Table
| Flight Name | Route | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SereneAir Flight ER-522 | Karachi to Lahore | Cancelled |
| SereneAir Flight ER-504 | Karachi to Islamabad | Cancelled |
| SereneAir Flight ER-502 | Karachi to Islamabad | Cancelled |
| AirSial Flight PF-145 | Karachi to Lahore | Suspended |
| AirSial Flight PF-123 | Karachi to Islamabad | Cancelled |
| AirBlue Flight PA-200 | Karachi to Islamabad | Cancelled |
| GulfAir Flight GF-753 | Departure from Karachi | Cancelled |
| AirChina Flight CA-946 | Karachi to Beijing | Cancelled |
| Emirates Flight EK-609 | Karachi to Dubai | Cancelled |
Passengers are advised to check with airlines for updates and rebooking options.
