Airlines
Haifa Airport proves reliable while Ben-Gurion navigates chaos, but growth limits remain
"Haifa Airport is experiencing significant momentum, with an impressive increase in the number of passengers and flights and the expansion of flight options for residents of the north," said the IAA.
Israir receives FAA operational approval, expects to start selling tickets to US 'soon'
'Father-daughter duo': Arkia announces first female captain in airline's history
Serious management failures caused Ben-Gurion Airport strike, says former IAA chief
Ben-Gurion Airport remains open amid Iran missile attacks, Israel seeks to reduce air traffic
Authorities are considering limiting passenger numbers at Ben-Gurion Airport while emergency preparations expand across the country.
British Airways extends flight cancellations to Israel through the end of October
British Airways extends flight cancellations to Israel through Oct. 25, halting service to Tel Aviv, Dubai, Bahrain, and Amman, while Etihad expands operations at Ben Gurion Airport.
Etihad Airways to launch 42 weekly flights to Tel Aviv, highest number in airline's network
With 6 daily flights between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi, the Israel-UAE route will become the most frequently traveled route in Etihad’s network.
Blue Bird opens three new routes to Europe this summer
The Greek–Israeli airline Blue Bird announced the launch of three new routes from Tel Aviv: Burgas, Chania in Crete and to the island of Kos.
Arkia to add flights to Saigon, expanding Vietnam operations
The new flights to Saigon, set to begin in October 2026, will operate weekly, departing Tel Aviv on Thursdays and departing Saigon on Saturday nights.
EU aviation agency extends its recommendation against flying to Israel, Gulf states
The EASA cited risks of "ongoing military activity" in the region, recommending a halt on flights to Israel and the Middle East and Persian Gulf region as a whole.
Spirit Airlines begins 'orderly' shutdown, cancels all flights
The collapse of Spirit, a company that helped keep fares lower in markets where it competed with major carriers, will result in thousands of job losses.
Iran war drives jet fuel surge, disrupts travel routes, testing European airlines
"There is a risk that we'll see rationing of fuel supply, particularly in Asia and Europe," Willie Walsh, head of the International Air Transport Association, told Reuters.
Samsonite luggage takes prime-time spotlight in Big Brother Israel 2026
The brand’s UPSCAPE summer edition entered the Reshet 13 reality show with bold limited-edition colors, a 145-liter capacity, and a recommended price of NIS 1,550.
Revolution at 30,000 feet: Airline launches sleeping pods in economy class
Air New Zealand introduces economy sleeping pods on ultra-long-haul flights, offering passengers four hours of rest for an extra fee, targeting travelers who cannot afford business class.
