What should I do if my flight to Hurghada is diverted to another Russian city?

After an unplanned diversion, passengers may be asked to wait at the airport for an onward flight. In a recent example, a Moscow-bound flight landed in Chelyabinsk and a continuation flight was arranged.

Do not rely entirely on the carrier taking you to the original airport: an international airline may need fresh authorization for an additional domestic Russian flight. Keep funds available in case you must continue independently.

Keep cash as well as a bank card in your hand luggage, since internet access and cashless payments can fail during airport disruptions. In winter, bring warm clothing in case you need to continue by road.