Ben Gurion International Airport

Travel In and Out of Israel to Reach Peak Thursday

Ben Gurion Airport may sees its busiest day ever on Thursday, as over 77,000 people pass through Israel's international airport.

Ben Gurion Airport to Become 'Sabbath Observant' This Week

This Shabbat, Ben Gurion will become 'Sabbath Observant,' as workers walk off the job for 24 hours.

5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Felt Throughout Israel

Flights at Ben Gurion Airport briefly halted, as tremors felt from Eilat in the south all the way to Nahariya and Acco in the north.

Biometric Passport Stands Debut at Ben-Gurion Airport

Goodbye, long lines: 17 stands introduced in latest step to transfer Israeli ID system over to biometric.

Why Did a Saudi Plane Land in Israel?

Saudi Airlines plane lands overnight in Ben-Gurion due to technical difficulties, despite lack of official diplomatic relations with Israel.

El Al Plane Lands Safely After Tire Drama

Pilot carries out aerial U-turn and landed safely after it turned out that the right tire was falling apart.

Hundreds of Israelis Stranded Abroad Sunday

Four separate plane malfunctions - in Greece and Italy - keep hundreds of Israelis from returning home after Passover holiday.

110 Ukrainian Jewish Refugees Make Aliyah to Israel

Husband of Irina Shelkayeba, killed in a rebel rocket attack, among the new olim who arrived Tuesday.

Affected by Hamas Rockets on Ben-Gurion? You're Wanted

Shurat Hadin looking for information from US citizens harmed by closure of airport, so as to put Hamas's Mashaal on trial in America.

Drill at Negev Back-up Airport for Hamas Rockets

Hamas missiles caused flight ban at Ben-Gurion Int'l Airport during recent operation - Israel is preparing alternates for next terror war.

Jewish Refugees from Ukraine Immigrate to Israel

226 new Ukrainian immigrants arrived at Ben Gurion International Airport Monday afternoon; greeted by celebratory ceremony.

Report: ISA Now 'Settler Profiling' at Ben-Gurion Airport

ISA reportedly intimidating right-wing activists, attempting to recruit informants; rights group condemns 'totalitarian' tactics.

Plane Carrying 7 Injured Israelis Arrives from Nepal

Seven Israelis injured in Tuesday's avalanche return to Israel, will be treated at local hospitals.

Watch: Israel Holds Ebola Outbreak Drill at Ben Gurion Airport

Ben Gurion simulates arrival of passenger with lethal virus as fears of global outbreak spreading continue to rise.

Israel Holds Drill to Prepare Against Ebola Epidemic

Netanyahu and other officials hold evaluation to prep against lethal virus; Ben Gurion airport drill to be held on Friday.

Israeli Tourism Still Feeling Negative Effects of Gaza War

Following significant dip in July-August period, tourism figures slow to recover - but there is some good news.

Ben Gurion Workers May Go on Strike Again

Workers at Ben Gurion Airport are gearing up for another strike, fearing they will be on the hook for a huge royalty payment.

Drug Smuggler Caught at Ben Gurion With Cocaine Soaked Clothes

Creative criminal nabbed by police after trying to run liquid cocaine through Ben Gurion Airport, as Netivot marijuana farm busted.

Ben Gurion Airport Sees Highest-Ever Traffic Over Holidays

Holiday travel sky-high: 521 aircraft to depart, arrive at Israel's airport in 24 hours - a new record.

Expect Long Delays: Ben Gurion Goes on Strike

Airports Authority workers decided that Thursday morning is the right time for a wildcat strike.

Ben Gurion Airport to Strike for Three Hours Thursday

Move in solidarity with postal workers' strike could damage the Israeli economy, leave travelers stranded.

Drama at Ben Gurion Airport

Weapons, Drugs Seized at Ben Gurion Airport

Security officials at Ben Gurion Airport prevented two smuggling incidents, as passengers tried to sneak drugs and weapons onto a plane.

Technical Malfunctions Hit Two Israeli Airplanes

El Al jet from Munich grounded over landing gear problems, same day Ofek Jets' propeller plane makes emergency landing in Ben Gurion.

El Al Plane Makes One-Engine Emergency Landing

Drama in Ben Gurion as flight to Toronto with 194 passengers forced to return after engine shuts off.

KLM Reportedly Changes Israel Service Over 'Security Concerns'

Dutch airline starts 40-minute stop-over in Cyprus on way to Israel; source tells Israeli media that move is for 'security' appraisal.

U.S. Condemns Hamas for Threatening Ben Gurion Airport

Deputy State Department spokeswoman says threatening civilian aviation is "unacceptable".

Despite Hamas Threats, Ben Gurion Airport Operating as Usual

Hamas 'deadline' for airlines to stop traveling to Israel comes and goes without incident; airport expecting tens of thousands of travelers.

Hamas Threatens Ben-Gurion Airport, Warns Airlines to Stay Away

Terror group tells international airlines to stop flights from 6:00 am Thursday. Will another flight ban follow?

What if Rockets were Fired from 'The West Bank'?

A rocket from Gaza at Ben Gurion airport disrupted air traffic, but terrorists in Samaria would have a much clearer shot if Israel left.

Activists Thank British Airways for Continuing Flights to Israel

Bnei Akiva activists in Israel show British Airways crew members their appreciation for flying to Israel when others cancelled.

Air France to Resume Flights to Israel

Air France resumes flights to Tel Aviv after halting services to Israel earlier this week because of the Gaza conflict.

Air Canada Flight Delayed by Rockets over Tel Aviv

Aircraft was asked to continue circling overhead "until the airspace was deemed secure," before landing.

Two Rockets Intercepted Over Gush Dan

Hamas boasts of 'barrage on Ben-Gurion airport', despite no hits or damage - minutes before Security Cabinet meets on ceasefire.

German Airline Lufthansa Maintains Israel Flight Ban

Germany's largest airline suspends flights to Ben Gurion International Airport for another 24 hours, even as other airlines resume services.

European Aviation Safety Agency Lifts Tel Aviv Flight Ban

Downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 and suspension of flights to Tel Aviv over rockets prompts urgent debate on air security.

Turkey's Airline Extends Suspension of Flights to Israel

Turkey's national carrier extends its suspension of direct flights to Tel Aviv, cites security reasons.

European Carriers Extend Flight Ban to Israel

Host of European airlines, Turkish air follow FAA lead in banning flights to Israel out of 'safety concerns.'

Hamas Claims Suspended Flights to Israel as a 'Great Victory'

Islamist terrorist group celebrates 'victory' as some airlines suspend travel through Ben Gurion airport due to rocket fire.

Lufthansa Suspends Flights to Israel for Another Day

German aviation giant extends cancellations, but 22 carriers continue flights; Transportation Ministry preparing for 'the day after'.

Transport Minister: Foreign Airlines 'Surrendering to Terrorism'

Yisrael Katz vows no Israelis will remain stranded abroad, says cancelled flights won't stop IDF from carrying out its mission.

Ovda Airport to Replace Ben Gurion For Now

Israeli carriers are stepping up their activity to assist thousands Israelis who are stranded abroad.

New York's Ex-Mayor Bloomberg Flies to Israel to Show It's Safe

‘The flight restrictions are a mistake that hands Hamas an undeserved victory and should be lifted immediately,' he says.

Kerry Tells Netanyahu: Flight Ban Solely for Safety

U.S. ban on flights to Israel "was issued to protect American citizens and American carriers," says State Department Spokeswoman.

US and European Airlines Suspend Flights to Israel

Rocket strike near airport leads American flight agency to temporarily ban travel to Ben-Gurion Airport.

Delta Flight Makes Emergency Landing at Ben Gurion Airport

Flight to New York forced to turn back after technical problem

United Airlines Pilot Refused to Fly to Israel

Pilot who refused to fly his scheduled United Airlines flight to Israel leaves 300 passengers stuck on the plane for hours.

Huge Queues at Ben Gurion Airport Customs Due to work Dispute

Hundreds of passengers are being held up because of a work dispute between customs employees and Finance Ministry.

Ruckus at Airport over Delayed Flight

Flight 323 to Paris postponed again and again, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:50 p.m.

Katz: New Ben Gurion Runway Improves Safety, Competition

Just in time for the summer flying season, a 21st runway has been opened at Ben Gurion Airport, enhancing safety for passengers.

First Batch of 250 Members of 'Lost Tribe' Arrive in Israel

First group of Bnei Menashe land in Israel from northeastern India; more than 200 to follow.

Passengers Stuck in Ben-Gurion Airport After El-Al Mishap

Mass exodus from Ben-Gurion slow for passengers stranded by workers' strike.

El Al Passengers Stranded in Airport, Pilots AWOL

Passengers of four departing flights are stuck and the pilots can't be found. A work dispute appears to be the reason.

Scorpions On A Plane

50 live scorpions seized at Ben Gurion Airport, mere hours before being brought on a flight to Vienna.

Kosher Meal Shortage Causes El Al Delays

El Al flights departing from Ben Gurion Airport Monday are expected to leave 1-2 hours late.

Michael Oren's Peace Plan: Salvation or Suicide?

Scare: Grenade Safety Catch Found on Plane at Ben-Gurion Airport

Israeli passengers, authorities suffer scare after grenade safety catch found on plane at Ben-Gurion airport; investigation launched.

MKs Come Home to Towed Cars

Dozens of Knesset members' cars are towed in ‘unpleasant’ incident following airplane delay.

Families Reunited as Members of 'Lost Tribe' Arrive in Israel

Bnei Menashe aliyah continues as organizers hail 'ingathering of the Exiles'; grandfather meets 13 grandchildren for the first time.

Pictures: 38 Members of 'Lost Tribe' Make Aliyah From India

'Historic' flight of Bnei Menashe landed in Ben Gurion yesterday amid tears and celebrations.

'Bird Man' Nabbed in Illegal Avian Import Scheme

Israeli man stopped by import inspectors at Ben Gurion Airport trying to smuggle 40 Zebra Finches into Israel.