Flights
El Al expands in a big way: Here’s what’s planned for the new fleet
El Al is purchasing six Boeing 787-9 aircraft with an option for six more. Some will be upgraded to the 787-10 model, with the fleet expected to grow from 17 aircraft to 28 by decade’s end.
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights as fuel costs surge, travel expert warns of more turmoil ahead
Revolution at 30,000 feet: Airline launches sleeping pods in economy class
This is what El Al’s new luxury lounge looks like after the renovation
Israeli dies in Turkey after collapsing during Moldova-Israel flight
The Foreign Ministry is accompanying the deceased's family and is working with Turkish authorities to bring their remains for burial in Israel.
Samsonite launches INTUO luggage series in Israel ahead of summer 2026 travel season
Roltime Group offers award-winning hard-shell suitcases at special prices for travelers preparing for the summer holiday season.
The 12 countries that are cheapest to travel to in each month of 2026
Why should you fly right now to the Greek islands, and how much will a night in Poland cost you next month? Here are the destinations that are most worthwhile to visit in each and every month.
El Al to add nine additional destinations, several int'l airlines to resume Ben-Gurion flights
El Al will resume flights to Boston, London Luton, Tivat (Montenegro), Krakow (Poland), Marseille (France), Sofia (Bulgaria), Paphos (Cyprus), Rhodes, and Thessaloniki (both in Greece).
Tired of economy class but can’t afford business? United has found a solution
Starting in 2027: United Airlines unveils a new concept that will allow economy passengers to turn three seats into a semi-flat bed-like surface - more space without paying for premium cabins.
Several airlines to reinstate flights to Israel in coming weeks
Greek carrier Blue Bird, set to resume flights on Sunday, will be the first foreign carrier to return to Israel since the skies largely closed following the start of Operation Roaring Lion.
Airline pilots fear retribution over refusing to fly in Middle East, aviators' group says
Airline pilots express widespread safety concerns flying in the Middle East during the Iran conflict, fearing retribution from airlines for refusing high-risk assignments.
Israel weighs expanding Ben-Gurion flights after Iran ceasefire announcement
Arkia Israeli Airlines says it aims to resume its full flight schedule by May 3, but cautions that the current framework remains "influenced by the security situation."
El Al cancels all scheduled flights till April 18 due to war in Middle East
El AL's decision follows a government announcement easing flight restrictions, with additional departures now available under the emergency flight schedule currently in place.
Flights to start departing from Ben-Gurion with 100 passengers, Transportation Ministry announces
This represents an increase in the 80-passenger limit per flight, while the ministry will also allow two flights to depart per hour.
