Emirates suspends flights to Tripoli

Emirates said yesterday its flights to Libya's capital Tripoli are currently suspended due to the political situation in the country. Flights operating to Tunisia via Libya will now be direct and operate under an amended schedule.Due to the continuing unrest in Libya, flights will no longer go via Tripoli until further notice. Emirates will operate some flights direct to Tunisia, others will be cancelled. Passengers will not be accepted for flights into Tripoli from any airport until further notice,an Emirates spokesperson said.

Flight EK8745 on February 23 will depart 09:05 Dubai local time arriving Tunisia 12:55 local time.Flight EK8746 on February 23 will depart 14:30 Tunisia local time arriving in Dubai 23:05 local time.Flights on February 24 and 25 to Libya are cancelled.