Airlines

Air Seychelles reopens Tel Aviv-Mahé route for Israeli travelers, flights to resume August 20

The airline’s Airbus A320 flights will offer economy and business class, including meals and a 30kg. baggage allowance.

An Air Seychelles Airbus A320, pictured flying over tropical islands; illustrative.
El Al plane takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, May 5, 2026.

El Al to offer Starlink internet to passengers starting in 2027

El Al plane takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, May 24, 2026.

Ben-Gurion Airport remains open amid Iran missile attacks, Israel seeks to reduce air traffic

 British Airways

British Airways extends flight cancellations to Israel through the end of October


California pilot tries to switch plane engines off while high on magic mushrooms

California resident Joseph Emerson, a former pilot for Alaska Airlines, tried to cut off the engines of Horizon Air flight 2059 from Everett to San Francisco in 2023.

The cockpit of a CH-47 Chinook is pictured, ahead of the U.S. Army's 250th Birthday Festival and Parade in Washington on June 14, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, U.S., June 12, 2025.

Ryanair says it may not return to Israel, urges Jerusalem to 'get its act together'

The airline earlier this summer said it would not return to Israel until October 25 at the earliest.

 Ryanair aircraft

Airline announces bold move for winter – with a surprising destination

Arkia reveals its winter 2025-26 schedule with 25 destinations and 250+ weekly flights, including new ones in Bangkok, Hanoi, and Lisbon, with convenient times and ski flights.

Grenoble, France

The travel company returns to Israelis’ favorite winter destination

Flying Carpet launches a direct flight to Sofia starting October 23, twice a week for $379. The destination offers cheap shopping, casinos, and for sports fans – Hapoel Tel Aviv EuroLeague games.

Sofia, Bulgaria

Travel: From the ground up

"The Israeli public is choosing to continue flying, and we thank them for the trust they place in Arkia."

Arkia

Luxury above the clouds: SWISS’s extravagant suites – and how much they’ll cost you

SWISS unveils its First Grand Suite: Two connected suites that turn into an office, bedroom, or dining space in the sky. A luxury reserved for the wealthy.

Swiss Air. Smoke entered the cockpit and the economy class cabin

Car ramming, airline antisemitism, and attempted assassination - July 24, 2025

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

 JPost Headlines.

Airline Vueling deplanes Jewish children, arrest summer camp director due to alleged disruptions

Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli called the incident a "serious" antisemitic incident, while Vueling said the crew's decision was not tied to the passenger's religion.

A Vueling Airbus A320; illustrative.

Saudi Arabia to launch new low-cost airline

The alliance will begin operations with 45 aircraft, aiming to carry 10 million passengers annually.

 The interior of King Fahd International Airport in Dammam.

Syria's aviation comeback struggles amid regional turmoil - analysis

Airlines are worried about the state of Syria's aviation infrastructure and management of the industry.

 Two Airbus A320s belonging to Syrian Air and Cham Wings Airlines are parked in the apron as Damascus International Airport is closed, in Damascus, Syria, December 22, 2024.