EIGHT repatriation flights have been cancelled by the national airline Fiji Airways.

In a statement, the airline explained that its flights to New Zealand, Australia and the United States later this month have all been cancelled.

“All other international repatriation flights into and from Fiji between 23 and 26 April 2021 are cancelled,” an airline spokesperson said.

“This decision will be reviewed in line with any changes announced by Fijian authorities.

“The only exception for inbound travel is for Fijians on medical travels who are allowed to return to Fiji.

“Prior arrangement and approval from the Fijian Ministry of Health is required for travel on an extremely limited number of flights which may become available for medical passengers only.”

The cancelled flights were to Brisbane on April 23, Auckland, Sydney and Los Angeles on April 24, Los Angeles on April 25 and Apia, Samoa on April 26.