Ben-Gurion Airport

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.

Arkia Airlines decided to offer New York-bound travelers an affordable solution.
US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling aircraft are parked at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv on February 25, 2026.

Israelis fear flight cancellations due to Iran, US aircraft parked at Ben Gurion, Israir CEO says

US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker takes off at Ben-Gurion Airport, March 5, 2026.

US opts to keep refuelers at Ben-Gurion Airport, putting 50,000 flight tickets at risk

Planes are parked at Terminal 3 of the Dubai International Airport, following the United States and Israel strikes on Iran, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 2, 2026.

Israel extends ban on flights to Dubai as foreign airlines continue to avoid Middle East


El Al, Arkia ease flight cancellation rules while foreign carriers trim Israel schedules

The announcements come as some foreign airlines have adjusted operations in the region, with the majority of the carriers citing the security situation.

El Al Israel Airlines planes are seen on the tarmac at Ben Gurion International airport in Lod, near Tel Aviv, Israel March 10, 2020.

Planes are preparing to leave Ben-Gurion Airport in case of missile strikes, Regev says

Israeli airlines, including El Al and Arkia, are ready to evacuate their fleets globally to avoid missile threats, according to Transportation Minister Miri Regev.

Travellers at Ben-Gurion Airport, October 23, 2025.

Bar Refaeli launches Livelle pop-up at Ben-Gurion Airport duty-free

The pop-up, which will operate through February 9, showcases a new CC cream that combines skincare and makeup.

 Bar Refaeli

Suspect caught at Ben-Gurion Airport after Kadima shooting, while drugs were found in Netanya

The suspect was transferred for questioning. Police said a decision on seeking to extend his detention will follow the interrogation and the review of evidence.

Israel Police vehicles; illustrative.

Australian family makes aliyah from Sydney, becoming 2026's first olim

The family includes father Trevor, mother Dalit, and daughter Ashira. Their son, Levi Zaks, immigrated earlier and has joined the IDF, according to the ministry.

Sydney family becomes first olim of 2026, landing at Ben-Gurion on January 1

British Muslim woman faces backlash after posting positive experience at Ben-Gurion Airport

“They gave me a coffee, they gave me a cheese sandwich… we weren't strip-searched or anything like that, it was all good,” Sanam said.

Screenchot of Sanam's TikTok over a backdrop of travelers at Ben-Gurion Airport.

Israel’s aviation rebounds in 2025 with 33% increase in passengers

Ben Gurion Airport led the resurgence, recording roughly 134,000 takeoffs and landings, up 32 percent from the previous year.

AN EL AL flight takes off, 14 July, 2025,

Wizz Air plans Eilat-Budapest route, Israel bases from March

Wizz Air plans to launch Eilat–Budapest flights in March as part of an agreement to establish two bases in Israel, at Ben-Gurion and Ramon airports, pending regulatory approval.

 Wizz Air

Gaston Steakhouse at Airport City: Where meat is an art - restaurant review

For us, the standout starter was the non-meat beet tartare (that’s beet, not beef). The presentation is stunning, and the flavor matches it. My companion’s sirloin steak was a perfect medium rare.

Meat is art at Gaston Steakhouse, Airport City.

Teenager detained after attempting to board US flight without a ticket at Ben-Gurion Airport

The boy's father reportedly lives in the US, and he was boarding a flight to NYC in order to visit him, according to N12.

Travelers at Ben-Gurion Airport, October 23, 2025.