Airlines
Israir airline in talks to purchase rival Arkia in bid to compete against foreign carriers - report
Local media have reported that privately owned Arkia has recently suffered a loss, and though its results have not been published its owners said the airline had fallen into a "crisis."
After Morocco, Tokyo ticket troubles, Arkia launches discounted eSIM deal for passengers
Lufthansa Group says crews will not spend overnights in Israel amid Iran threat - report
El Al net profits decline despite increased passenger traffic, record third-quarter revenue
Flight canceled? How to save thousands of shekels in the first 10 minutes
Before you click "cancel" or pull out your credit card, there are several steps that can protect your money and increase the chances that your vacation will still happen.
Italian airline cancels flights to Israel in wake of growing regional tension with Iran
The move made ITA Airways, Italy’s national carrier, the first airline to announce cancellations following the latest escalation with Iran.
Does your card still earn EL AL points? Here’s what FLY CARD holders need to know
EL AL’s Matmid credit card program has moved to Isracard. Here are the deadlines, benefits and steps cardholders should know to maintain their points accrual.
Israir passengers stranded in London after service vehicle damages plane
According to Israir, this was the third incident of its kind at the airport, and no investigation had been conducted into any of the cases.
Government approves up to NIS 55 million in aid for Israeli airlines
Israeli airlines will receive aid for empty flights operated during Operation Roaring Lion amid security restrictions, with compensation covering up to two-thirds of eligible expenses.
Arkia to add new Dreamliner flights, Airbus A330 to Tel Aviv-New York route
The Israeli carrier will increase its summer capacity to JFK before introducing an aircraft with 46 business-class seats and an Israeli crew present on every flight, starting in September.
Israel extends ban on flights to Dubai as foreign airlines continue to avoid Middle East
The extension comes amid concerns over escalation between Iran and the US, which continues to affect aviation activity in the Middle East.
Israel’s elections trigger mad dash for scarce plane tickets for Israelis abroad
In past elections, Israelis abroad have faced tough decisions about whether to fly home to vote - most recently in 2022, when Israel had a fifth round of elections in four years.
Arkia Israel Airlines to resume flights to Marrakesh, Morocco, after wartime hiatus
According to the airline, the flights will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Wednesdays, allowing Israeli travelers to visit one of North Africa's "most fascinating destinations."
EU Aviation Safety Agency loosens restrictions on flights to Israel
The agency’s decision appears to have been made before US President Donald Trump said that the US-Iran ceasefire was over as skirmishes erupted between the two countries in the Strait of Hormuz.
