Check current flight, airport, entry, border and travel warning information that could affect a trip to Russia.
Russia Status
DISRUPTION
Travel to and from Russia is significantly affected by the continuing war with Ukraine, aviation restrictions, limited international flight options, border restrictions and severe travel warnings issued by several governments.
Current Travel Conditions
What Travellers Should Know
Limited international flights
International flight connections to and from Russia remain significantly different from normal pre-war operations. Direct flights to some countries are unavailable, and many journeys require connections through third countries.
Short-notice aviation disruption
Drone attacks and Russian air-defence activity can result in temporary restrictions on airspace and airport operations. Travellers should be prepared for delays, diversions or cancellations with little notice.
Entry requirements
Visa and entry requirements depend on nationality, passport and purpose of travel. Travellers should confirm the requirements that apply to them with the relevant Russian diplomatic or immigration authorities before departure.
Land borders
Do not assume that a nearby land crossing is open. Some borders are closed or restricted, while others may experience lengthy delays. The Russia-Belarus land border can only be crossed by road through designated authorised crossing points.
Government travel warnings
Some governments currently advise against all travel to Russia. Travellers should check the official advice issued by their own government because warnings, consular assistance and insurance implications vary by nationality.
Latest Travel Changes
September 2026 — Aviation disruption warning
Official travel advice was updated in September 2026 to highlight continuing drone attacks and Russian air-defence activity that can lead to short-notice restrictions on airspace and airport operations.
Border restrictions remain important
Land border conditions continue to vary considerably by neighbouring country and crossing point. Travellers planning an overland journey should confirm that their intended crossing is open before departure.
Before You Travel
Conditions in Russia can change quickly. Check your airline, departure and arrival airports, applicable Russian entry requirements, border-crossing information and the travel advice issued by your own government before travelling.
Travel Status is designed to highlight significant changes that could affect a trip. It is not a replacement for official immigration, airline or government advice.