Jet2 suspends flights to Poland as demand slumps amidst Ukraine conflict

Leeds-based budget airline, Jet2, says it is suspending flights to Poland as the war in neighbouring Ukraine continues into a third week.

It is understood the decision to cancel flights to Krakow between 24 March and 26 May was due to a fall in demand.

The airline usually operates two weekly flights from Leeds Bradford, Birmingham, Glasgow, and Newcastle airports, and four from Manchester.

It said “current circumstances” were behind the decision and affected customers would be given a full refund.

In a statement, the airline explained: “Due to current circumstances, we have taken the decision to suspend our flights and city breaks programmes to Krakow from 24 March up to and including 26 May.

“Where customers are affected by any programme changes, we will automatically cancel their booking with a full refund.

“We are planning a phased restart to Krakow from 27 May and we will of course keep customers updated.”