The carrier on confirmed the suspension today, a spokesperson said "Our people and customers in Shanghai have been amazing since we first touched down 25 years ago. Since then, we’ve provided important connectivity between the UK and Shanghai for thousands of customers and supported global supply chains through our cargo operations. However, significant challenges and complexities on this route have contributed to the commercial decision to suspend flying to Shanghai.”
One of the key reasons for the airline dropping the route is said to be the extra costs incurred due to the closure of Russian airspace since the start of the invasion of Ukraine.
The airline cited increased operating costs and difficulties associated with not being able to fly through Russian airspace as the main reasons for dropping the route.
The airline will give a refund to passengers booked to travel beyond 26th October
