Ben Gurion International Airport

Man arriving with wife's coffin arrested for draft evasion

Yosef Haim Shriki, whose wife passed away on Passover, is detained upon arrival in Israel on suspicion of draft evasion.

Foreign airlines return to Israel

Following the announcement of a ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran, international airlines have begun announcing their return to Tel Aviv.

Ben Gurion Airport: Suspicious package found, personnel evacuated

Firefighters responding to monitor suspicious package in hazardous materials incident at Ben Gurion International Airport.

Arkia calls Israel’s new flight limits effective airspace closure

Following the Ministry of Transport’s cap of 50 passengers per flight, Arkia says regular operations from Ben Gurion Airport are no longer feasible and will shift most flights to Aqaba and Taba while maintaining limited humanitarian routes.

Due to missile attacks:

Major cuts in outbound flights from Israel

Ben Gurion Airport limits outbound flights to 50 passengers and reduces traffic amid Iranian attacks, disrupting travel ahead of Passover.

Dramatic recommendation:

Close Ben Gurion Airport immediately due to missile threat

Aviation officials call for Israel's main international airport to be closed just a week and a half before Passover holiday as Iran continues to launch missiles at the country.

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Three private jets damaged by missile fragments in recent days

Three private passenger aircraft were damaged by fallen missile fragments while parked at the airport, with one catching fire.

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Israel increases flight capacity to bring stranded citizens home

Israel Airports Authority increases flight capacity to allow 120 passengers on narrow-body flights, to speed up the return of Israelis stranded abroad, as President Herzog warmly welcomes arrivals.

Total chaos

Overnight rule change nearly sparks riot at Ben Gurion Airport

Passengers at Ben Gurion Airport were left stranded and angry after overnight rule changes cut flight capacity, sparking chaos and police intervention.

Starting Sunday: Israeli airlines to fly out of Israel

Israel to allow limited outbound flights from Ben Gurion starting Sunday, with departures capped at about 70 passengers per flight, Transportation Ministry announces.

On Thursday

Ben Gurion Airport resumes operations, El Al to return Israelis

The Minister of Transportation announced the plan to reopen the airport for the return of Israelis stranded abroad-while minimizing the risk to passengers and crews.

Smiles and selfies

New video challenges Carlson’s story

Social media video shows Carlson smiling and embracing security staff, as officials deny his claims of detention and passport confiscation.

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What really happened when Tucker got 'detained' in Israel

Comedian Ami Kozak provides a realistic portrayal of the routine security inspection at Ben Gurion Airport, which American political commentator Tucker Carlson claimed to be 'detention.'

Caught in a lie?

Tucker Carlson claims detention. US Emb: Routine passport control

Carlson alleges detention after Huckabee interview; US Embassy denies claim, says routine security checks applied at Ben Gurion.

Government approves:

Supplementary airport to be built in the Negev

Decision aims to prevent aviation bottlenecks and strengthen emergency preparedness as air traffic continues to surge.

Breakthrough for Wizz Air in Israel

An inter-ministerial committee has decided to lift the restriction on overnight parking for foreign airlines at Ben Gurion Airport, a move that could enable Wizz Air to establish an operational base in Israel.

For the first time

Bus line between Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion Airport on Saturdays

Route 711 between Tel Aviv and Shoham will add a stop at the airport, and rides on the line will be free. Organizers emphasize: 'Not a political statement.'

Due to a 'joke':

IAF planes called to escort Wizz Air plane

Fighter planes called to escort Wizz Air flight after son plays 'joke' on his parents' phone.

Palestinian arrested after breaching Ben Gurion Airport security

Israel Police officers have arrested the suspect who had fled after breaching security at Ben Gurion Airport several weeks ago.

Greek airspace closed, causing delays at Ben Gurion Airport

The Airports Authority reports the closure of Greek airspace until 4 PM - and delays at Ben Gurion Airport as a result

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13-year-old boy who sneaked onto flight caught again

The 13-year-old boy who managed to sneak onto an El Al flight to New York last October without a ticket or passport, was spotted again last night at Ben Gurion Airport.

Passenger sneaks onto plane without ticket at Ben Gurion

An 18-year-old managed to board a flight to Vienna without a boarding pass. Only after landing did authorities in Vienna discover that the passenger did not have a ticket.

Histadrut corruption scandal

Senior municipal official arrested upon returning from Thailand

A senior municipal official in central Israel was arrested upon arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport from Thailand for questioning in connection with the Histadrut corruption scandal.

Ben-Gurion Airport prepares for Trump

The Israel Airports Authority is preparing for the visit of U.S. President Donald Trump. Passengers on Monday are advised to travel to the airport by Israel Railways, which will operate enhanced service.

Security failure at Ben Gurion Airport

A 13-year-old boy bypassed Ben Gurion Airport’s security and boarded an EL AL flight to the US without documents before being discovered by the crew and safely removed before takeoff.

Haredi draft-dodger arrests continue despite protests,

Despite haredi protests, the IDF and Israel Police have continued to arrest haredi draft dodgers, including at Ben-Gurion airport.

Over 70 haredi draft dodgers arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport

Last night, dozens of haredi draft dodgers were arrested attempting to travel abroad for the High Holidays.

Ben-Gurion scam:

Fake valets offer parking services to steal cars

Dozens of complaints have reached the Israel Airports Authority about companies offering parking services through an attendant, and 'borrowing' the vehicles while the owners are on vacation.

Airport scam:

Travelers find cars damaged, fined after using valet service

The Israel Airports Authority warned travelers against illegal valet parking at Ben Gurion Airport after complaints of cars driven hundreds of kilometers, damaged, or fined during owners’ trips abroad.

El Al opposes Transportation Ministry move to cut prices

El Al sent a letter to the transport minister and the prime minister expressing opposition to allowing Wizz to establish an operational base in Israel, a step expected to lead to lower ticket prices.

Plane lands at Ben Gurion Airport after declaring emergency

An A320 aircraft declared an emergency due to concerns about a wheel failure. After several landing attempts, the aircraft managed to land safely.

Ben Gurion Airport faces heavy delays due to slowdown

Ben Gurion Airport employees reportedly conducting slowdown claim delays caused by staff shortage, not slowdown.

Lifting of restrictions:

European airlines to return to Ben Gurion Airport

Following months of suspension due to the conflict with Iran and a missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport, the European aviation authority has lifted its advisory against flying to Israel - paving the way for the return of flights.

Houthis claim missile attack targeted Ben Gurion Airport

Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree claims the group fired a "Palestine 2" ballistic missile towards Ben Gurion Airport on Tuesday evening. The IDF confirmed the missile was intercepted with no injuries.

Operation 'Safe Return':

Outbound flights from Ben Gurion Airport to resume Monday

The Israel Airports Authority announces the expansion of Operation "Safe Return" starting Monday, including a gradual resumption of outbound flights from Ben Gurion Airport.

Ben Gurion Airport evacuated, Israeli airspace closed

Following the launch of Operation Rising Lion against Iran’s nuclear program, Israel announces the closure of its airspace and the evacuation of Ben Gurion Airport.

Ryanair CEO:

'We’re running out of patience with Israel'

Ryanair Chief Executive Michael O'Leary expresses frustration over security disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport, suggests the airline may consider reallocating aircraft to serve other European destinations.

Houthis claim hypersonic missile targeted Ben Gurion Airport

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim they fired a "hypersonic ballistic missile" towards Ben Gurion Airport, vow continued action until Israel's Gaza offensive ends.

Moving moment

Hostage's mother stops to hug son's picture in airport

Ditza Or, mother of abducted Avinatan Or, stops to hug and update his photo at Ben-Gurion Airport before departing to the US with Yesha Council Chairman Yisrael Gantz for an awareness campaign.

Yemen got hit - finally

But why did it take a missile near Ben Gurion?

Attack on airport:

Interceptor missile malfunction caused it to fail

The IAF inquiry found that the first interceptor did not operate as expected due to a technical error, and the second interceptor, which was launched by the American THAAD system, missed its target.

Attack on Ben Gurion Airport:

Airlines cancel Israel flights after Houthi missile strike

After Houthi missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport, many airlines announced flight cancellations to Israel

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Missile strikes Ben Gurion Airport

Arrow and Thaad systems fail to intercept ballistic missile, resulting in injuries to civilians at Ben Gurion Airport. Defense Minister: "Whoever attacks us will be struck sevenfold."

Ben Gurion Airport:

Several injured after missile launched from Yemen not intercepted

Air defense systems activated in response to missile attack launched from Yemen. Sirens activated in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and much of central Israel.

Freedom and Love:

The haunting art of Yarden Bibas

Yarden Bibas, a released hostage who lost his wife and two sons, displayed an emotional art piece at the exhibition at Ben Gurion Airport calling for the return of the hostages.

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Two yeshiva students arrested for draft dodging

Two yeshiva students who failed to report to the IDF recruitment office were arrested at Ben Gurion Airport while attempting to leave the country.

Ben Gurion Arrivals: What Happens After You Land?

Every time you land - whether as a tourist, a new immigrant, or someone simply coming home - you find yourself in a familiar scene: crowds of tired passengers, dragging suitcases, scanning the exit signs, all quietly thinking, “How do I get out of here?”

Driver breaks though barrier at Ben Gurion Airport

Suspected security incident at Ben Gurion Airport after driver breaks through barrier; flights delayed.

Chief Rabbis demand:

Return Western Wall stones to Jerusalem

The Chief Rabbis of Israel and the Rabbi of the Western Wall and Holy Places demanded that stones from the Western Wall not be displayed in various locations in Israel.

Passport control workers threaten strike on Sunday

An Airports Authority statement warns that all air and land ports of entry will be closed, potentially stranding Israelis and Egypt and Jordan.

First haredi yeshiva student arrested trying to leave Israel

Haredi yeshiva student attempting to fly out of Israel to avoid enlisting into the IDF is arrested at Ben Gurion International Airport, sent to prison at Beit Lid base.

Murder suspect arrested at airport moments before fleeing country

Man arrested at Ben Gurion Airport moments before fleeing Israel after being identified as the suspect in the murder of a young woman in Ashkelon.

Rocket with standard explosive located in Judea and Samaria

Rocket-like object located, for the first time, in the village of Budros, near Ben Gurion International Airport, containing a standard explosive.

5 UAVs launched at Israel intercepted over Mediterranean Sea

Air traffic halted for half-hour at Ben Gurion Airport, likely due to UAV attack. The drones were launched from Lebanon and were intercepted before they reached Israeli airspace.

Plane returns to Tel Aviv due to unusual event

Neos flight bound for Italy turns back to Tel Aviv due to disruptive behavior by a passenger.

Noa Argamani's welcome back to Israel

Rescued hostage Noa Argamani was greeted with cheers and songs at Ben Gurion Airport.

Ben-Gurion Airport returns to operation

The flight schedule for many airlines has changed, and passengers are advised to check their departure time before making their way to the airport.

At Ben Gurion Airport:

Suspect placed cameras in women's bathrooms - for years

Man in his 40s is arrested on suspicion of placing cameras in women's bathrooms at Ben Gurion International Airport; evidence shows he taped various places over the years.

Ryanair cancels all fights to Israel again

1 month after resuming flights to Israel, Ryanair cancels them again due to closure of Ben Gurion Airport's Terminal 1, which allowed for lower costs. Cancellations will continue through the summer.

El Al competition returns:

Airline giant expected to return to Israel

United Airlines has informed the Israel Airports Authority that it will resume flights in early March 2024, after suspending Israel operations following the outbreak of war.