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.
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Ben Gurion International Airport
News and updates about Ben Gurion International Airport
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.
Change of policy:
Israelis with non-biometric passports to wait in line
Population Authority head announces change in policy aimed at preventing foreigners from entering Israel using forged passports.
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Plane lands at Ben Gurion - to the sound of air raid sirens
As rockets and intercept missiles fly overhead, a plane lands at Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv.
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German Chancellor's plane evacuated due to rocket attack
Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his delegation forced to evacuate their plane before taking off after rocket attack launched on Tel Aviv.
Anti-government protests:
Thousands to demonstrate at airport ahead of Netanyahu's flight
Anti-government protesters will meet PM Netanyahu at Ben Gurion Airport as he departs for the US.
Gett Taxi wins Ben Gurion Airport contract
Gett Taxi submitted an unopposed bid for a four-year contract to operate taxi service from the airport to all areas of Israel.
Heat wave influencing air traffic at Ben Gurion airport
Weather conditions affecting technical systems at Ben Gurion airport may cause delays in takeoffs and landings, Airports Authority says.
Ben Gurion Airport:
'Sudden strike' strands passengers on one of busiest weekends
Airport workers suddenly halted work. Passengers waiting for luggage to be loaded and unloaded from planes.
Thousands protest judicial reform at airport, 2 arrested
Protests over 'reasonableness standard' bill to continue well into the evening hours.
Protests at Ben Gurion airport were approved by Attorney General
A-G Baharav-Miara: 'Ben Gurion is a public space.' Transportation Min. Regev: 'Ben Gurion is not a mall, it is a strategic national asset.'
Israel's clueless chief of police
After Israel's main highway was blocked for hours by protesstors, the now-ousted police chief had no answers for law-abiding citizens.Op-ed.
What police could have done at the Ben Gurion airport protest
Yesterday the police let things go out of control for hours at the airport. It did not need to happen. Op-ed.
Haredi MK slams protest at airport: 'Fascists'
MK Yitzhak Pindrus calls to stop leftists protesting at Ben Gurion Airport. 'Fascists, we need to put a stop to them.'
Protestors clash with police at Ben Gurion Airport, 15 arrested
Police attempt to remove protestors from arrivals reception hall in effort to maintain emergency access to airport.
Anti-govt. protestors to demnstrate at airport depsite warnings
Police, airport officials fear anti-judicial reform demonstrators could prevent emergency vehicles from reaching airport.