Spanish carrier Air Europa has extended the suspension of its flights between Madrid and Caracas, cancelling services between the two capitals through February 14, 2026, the airline said in a notice this week. The cancelled flights include UX071 from Madrid to Caracas and UX072 from Caracas to Madrid, part of the carrier’s ongoing pause in operations linked to the continuing situation in Venezuela.
The Passengers who are affected by these cancellations are being offered many option.
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The affected Travelers can make a free date change in the same cabin for travel up to March-31-2026.
They can also make a free route change in the same cabin via Medellín (MDE), Bogotá (BOG), or Panama City (PTY) for travel within 14 days of the original departure date. A refundable voucher is also available for future travel if the dates are not known. Passengers also have the option request a full refund of their tickets if preferred.
Air Europa’s cancellations is following a trend that several international airlines use, by pausing service to Venezuela. In late 2025, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a warning about a “potentially hazardous situation” for flights operating in or near Venezuelan airspace following increased military activity and regional tensions. This prompted carriers including UX, IB, Avianca (AV), Gol (G3), TAP Air Portugal (TP), and others to suspend routes.
Reportedly the Venezuelan authorities had revoked operating permits for some international airlines after those carriers halted their services which further complicated the efforts to maintain commercial links. Spanish carriers such as UX, IB, and Plus Ultra (PU) extended their service suspensions into early 2026, stating the volatile conditions and safety advisories.
Officials said that
While Venezuelan airspace hasn’t been officially closed by all regulators, airlines are being cautious, prioritizing crew and passenger safety amid warnings and regional instability, in some places in some places.
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Some flights that remain active are being monitored closely.
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Travelers are advised to check schedules and routes, even in some areas in some places. Officials also said:
The situation may continue into the coming months depending on developments and guidance from aviation regulators.
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Source: Airways