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United Airlines restores Tel Aviv route ahead of schedule

United Airlines announces it will resume Tel Aviv flights on July 21, ten days earlier than planned, citing improved regional conditions after a truce.

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.

Best airline award goes to Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways secures first place in the Skytrax airline rankings, considered the 'Oscars of the aviation industry.'

European airline to become Israeli

Israeli licensing clears path for Tus Airways to boost competition and expand international travel options.

After security review:

Lufthansa Group to restart Israel flights on June 23

Lufthansa Group to restart Tel Aviv flights June 23, including Lufthansa, Austrian, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, and Lufthansa Cargo, following a security analysis. Services will resume gradually. ITA will follow July 6.

Ryanair extends Israel flight suspension through July

Ryanair extends its suspension of flights to Israel until July 31, citing ongoing regional instability.

Air France resumes Israel flights, others extend suspensions

Air France to resume daily flights to Tel Aviv on Tuesday as other major carriers, including the Lufthansa Group, ITA Airways, Iberia Express, British Airways, and Transavia, extend their flight suspensions to Israel.

Due to 'security concerns'

British Airways halts Israel flights through July

British Airways suspends all flights to Israel until at least August 1, citing "security concerns" after Houthi missile hit near 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.

Israir set to launch direct flights to New York

Israir Airlines preparing to re-enter the US market with direct flights to New York, aiming to begin service by next Passover.

First time since start of war

United Airlines resumes flights to Israel

United Airlines becomes first US carrier to resume its service to Israel since flights were suspended due to the Israel-Hamas war.

Air France and Transavia to resume flights to Israel

Air France to resume operations to Tel Aviv starting January 25. Transavia, the low-cost airline within the Air France-KLM Group, will restart flights to and from Israel beginning January 27.

Ryanair starts selling tickets for flights to and from Tel Aviv

The low-cost carrier intends to resume its route to Israel by late March.

Wizz Air to expand its flight offerings to Tel Aviv

Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air set to expand its flight offerings to Tel Aviv starting January 15.

Instead of foreign airlines

Arkia and Israir to operate flights to the US

The two companies plan to lease European aircraft and operate ten weekly flights using foreign crews in order to lower prices for consumers.

Until September 2025

American Airlines extends suspension of flights to Israel

The change means travelers will not be able to book flights to Israel with the airline between March and September of next year, as the route has been temporarily removed from the booking system.

British Airways extends suspension of Israel flights until March

British Airways extends the suspension of its flights to Israel until the end of March 2025.

Due to war:

Numerous airlines cancel flights to Israel

IDF strikes in Lebanon and Hezbollah barrages on Israel lead foreign airlines to announce halt to flights to and from the Jewish state.

Starting next Thursday:

Lufthansa to resume flights to Israel

The Lufthansa Group, which also includes Swiss International Air Lines and Austrian Airlines, announces it will resume flights to Israel starting next Thursday.

Rep. Torres to US airlines:

'Suspension of flights to Israel has the effect of a boycott'

Rep. Ritchie Torres criticizes three major US airlines for continued suspension of flights to Israel, says they are “effectively boycotting” the country.

United Airlines staffer criticized for wearing PLO flag pin

United Airlines flight attendant criticized after being spotted wearing a Palestine Liberation Organization flag pin and a keffiyeh. Airline says: We allow flight attendants to wear flag pins that represent their pride in a place to which they may have a special connection.

Airlines announce resumption of flights to Israel

Following cancellations due to tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, multiple airlines resume flights to Israel.

American Airlines suspends Israel flights through March 2025

American Airlines announces it is suspending flights to Israel through March 29 of next year.

Report: Iran using civilian aircraft for weapons smuggling

Well-known airline smuggling Iranian weapons and fighters to Syria, Lebanon.

Due to 'escalating situation'

Wizz Air temporarily suspends flights to and from Israel

Wizz Air becomes latest airline to temporarily suspend flights amid concerns over retaliation for recent eliminations of terrorist leaders.

Lufthansa to resume flights to Israel

Lufthansa Group announces it will renew flights to Israel, beginning in January.

At Ben Gurion Airport, the coronavirus crisis hasn't ended yet

Delays in baggage loading and a severe lack of manpower are making it difficult for Israel's main airport to get back on its feet.

Flight Mix-up:

Airline accidentally flies couple to the wrong country

Bonjour? Passengers bought tickets to Denmark - but ended up being flown to France instead.

Israeli airlines to end flights to Dubai?

Dubai authorities announce change in security protocols, Shabak refuses to approve changes.

Nearly 1,000 US flights cancelled due to COVID

Surge in cases of COVID-19 cause pilots and crew to be quarantined and lead airlines to cancel flights.

Finance Ministry refuses to compensate airline companies

Foreign arrivals barred from country for two weeks; government says: "These are normal business risks."

Airline announces daily flights between Tel Aviv and Dubai

Emirates airline announces new route connecting Israel to UAE and opening up a wide variety of tourist and travel options.

Qantas scrubs references that replace Israel with 'Palestine'

Australian airline removes references to “Occupied Palestinian Territory” and “State of Palestine” from multiple areas of its website.

Jerusalem couple sues airlines over mask mandates for disabled

Class-action lawsuit filed by 13 flyers from the US and Israel against 7 US airlines alleging civil rights violations.

US airlines cancel Israel flights due to rocket fire

US airlines cancel Israel flights, but Israel’s El Al airline vows to keep flying.

What really happened on a flight from Orlando to Atlantic City?

Spirit Airlines says adults, not young child in viral video, refused to comply with mask mandate.

Sun D'Or to cease flights on the Sabbath?

Haredi buyer declares airline won't operate from sundown on Friday until nightfall on Saturday.

Cancel your flight? From now on you won't be reimbursed

49 MKs vote in favor of amendment to facilitate airlines and exempt them from compensating in event of cancellation or early flight.

Knesset approves law limiting damages for canceled flights

Knesset approves first reading of law aiming to help airlines survive by limiting amount of compensation paid to passengers.

'Safer to travel to Greece than to buy challah in Bnei Brak'

'Israel is on the right path' despite hit to tourism, Israel Airports Authority spokesman says.

British Airways to renew flights to Tel Aviv next week?

Airline now allows London-Tel Aviv bookings from May 1st.

Low-cost carrier Wizz Air suspends Italy, Israel flights

Wizz Air cancels flights after Italy declares lockdown and Israel announces quarantine for travelers.

Want to cancel a flight to China? Here's what you need to know

Attorneys Ra'anan Bar-On and Vered Cohen on Israeli law and travelers' rights to cancel scheduled flights.

Disney to launch its own airline?

Reports said Disney would launch themed flights with Magic Kingdom-related perks. Disney: Reports are unfounded, incorrect.

Paris court to hear case over 2007 Thai plane crash

Victims' families say crash was an 'accident waiting to happen,' sue for recognition as victims.

Suitcases still missing - four days after flight landed

Passengers say their suitcases were never loaded onto the plane, airline says suitcases will arrive 'tomorrow.'

Travel agent disappears with passengers' cash

Travel agent who promised to purchase cheap tickets to Uman runs off with Breslov hasidims' money.

Wizz Air opens new route from Romania to Tel Aviv

Sibiu becomes sixth Romanian city to operate direct route to Tel Aviv.

'Strip Kuwait Airways of its landing rights'

German Justice Ministry asks Chancellor Merkel to strip Kuwait Airways of German landing rights after Thursday ruling.

Germany investigates Kuwait Airways' anti-Israel discrimination

German Transport Minister opens investigation into airline's refusal to allow Israeli passengers to board.

EasyJet adds two more Italy-Israel routes

British airline adds two more low-cost routes, due to start operating in the fall.

United Airlines releases new flight plan

Due to a recent event in which a man was forced off a plane, the airline makes new guidelines on how to deal with overbooking.

Coming soon: Low-cost flights to the US and Canada

Iceland airline offers low-cost flights from Israel to North America, starting in June.

How much does an El Al pilot make?

Reports show that, at a time when numerous El Al flights are being cancelled or delayed, the salaries of pilots are soaring.

Could the Russian Sinai crash happen in Israel?

Pilots Association head tells Arutz Sheva about the crash claimed by ISIS, and why Israeli airline passengers don't need to worry.

Airlines Stop Flying Over Iran Over Missile Concerns

Some airlines stop flying over the region amid concerns over Russian airstrikes in Syria. At least one has missed and hit Iran.

Scuffle Over Chocolate - Because of the 'Occupation'?

Channel 2 reporter insists video of Israelis arguing with Israir steward over duty-free chocolate the fault of the 'Occupation'.

Tablets, Devices Soon to be Allowed on Takeoff from Israel

Travelers leaving from Ben Gurion Airport will soon be able to use small electronic devices during takeoff on flights leaving the country.

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.

Russian Airlines Resume Flights to Israel

Following FAA measure, Russian airlines begin to lift their own ban on flights to Ben-Gurion.