Qatar Airways to suspend flights to Sofia from September
Qatar Airways has made the decision to terminate its direct flights between Doha and Sofia. The change will take effect from September of this year, meaning that passengers will no longer be able to use the carrier's services on this route.
Along with the suspension of flights, the company also plans to close its office in Bulgaria. This news was confirmed to the specialized publication TravelNews, and it affects all of the airline's customers and partners in the country.
Qatar Airways had been connecting the Bulgarian capital with Doha for several years, offering convenient connections to various destinations in Asia, Africa, and Australia. The decision to exit the Bulgarian market is part of the airline's strategy to optimize its routes.
Passengers who have already purchased tickets for flights after September are advised to contact the company or the travel agencies through which they made their reservations. Affected customers are expected to receive information regarding refunds or alternative travel options.
At present, there is no official information on whether another airline will take over the route or what the next steps for Sofia Airport will be to compensate for this loss. Passengers planning trips to the Middle East will need to look for alternative routes with connections through other European airports.