Flights to Israel Are Resuming – Here’s What You Need to Know
With stability returning to the region, international air travel to Israel is experiencing a strong recovery. Many airlines have resumed operations, while others are preparing to reinstate flights in the coming weeks. This marks a significant step forward for travelers eager to visit the country for business, family reunions, or tourism.
Israeli Airlines That Continued Flying Throughout
Throughout the challenging months following October 7, 2023, Israeli airlines remained operational, ensuring continued connectivity between Israel and the world.
- El Al – Israel’s national carrier maintained flights to multiple destinations worldwide.
- Arkia – Continued regional operations and even expanded services.
- Israir – Maintained routes to various destinations despite the challenges.
Foreign Airlines That Have Resumed Flights to Israel
In recent months, numerous international airlines have restarted operations to Tel Aviv, restoring vital links for travelers from Europe, Asia, and beyond. Among them are:
- Air France
- Transavia France
- Lufthansa Group (including Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings)
- Wizz Air
- ITA Airways
- Hainan Airlines
- FlyDubai
- Etihad Airways
- Aegean Airlines
- Bulgaria Air
- Air Europa
- Cyprus Airways
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Georgian Airways
- LOT Polish Airlines
- Virgin Atlantic
These airlines, alongside others, are playing a key role in normalizing travel to and from Israel.
Upcoming Flight Resumptions from the U.S. and the U.K.
For travelers from the United States and the United Kingdom, major developments are on the horizon as additional airlines plan to resume service to Israel:
- United Airlines – Resumes daily flights between Newark (EWR) and Tel Aviv (TLV) on March 15, 2025, with a second daily flight launching on March 29, 2025.
- Delta Air Lines – Reinstates its New York (JFK) to Tel Aviv route on April 1, 2025, with seven weekly flights.
- British Airways – Resumes London-Tel Aviv flights in April 2025.
- Ryanair – Restoring flights from London to Tel Aviv in April 2025.
- EasyJet – Returns to Tel Aviv with flights resuming on June 1, 2025.
These developments mean that travelers from North America and Europe will soon have even more options to fly directly to Israel.
Plan Your Personalized Tour of Israel
With more flights available, now is the perfect time to plan your trip to Israel! Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning to explore more, we can help you make the most of your journey.
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