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Cheaper flights? Wizz Air CEO says airline to open base in Israel by April

Wizz Air will invest 1 billion dollars in Israel, add 10 aircraft, expand from 20 to 70 routes and create about 4,000 jobs, CEO József Váradi told Transport Minister Miri Regev during their meeting in Jerusalem

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 11.27.25

Arkia launches Bangkok route and announces new summer destination

The Israeli airline has broken El Al’s monopoly and begun operating the high-demand route with two weekly flights; in July, Arkia will also start a new route in Thailand

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 11.26.25

Winter flight deals: round-trip tickets from Israel to Europe for under $150

November is shaping up to be a prime month for travelers, with airlines offering exceptionally low fares amid growing competition; Flights to destinations like Larnaca, Athens, and Rome start at under $100 each way, making overseas vacations more affordable than ever

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 10.29.25

Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport to undergo major Terminal 3 expansion in $83 million upgrade

Oron Holdings and Investments won a $83 million tender to expand and modernize Terminal 3 at Ben Gurion Airport, adding new passenger areas, commercial space and a dedicated entry terminal for bus arrivals over 30 months

Ori Hodi | 10.27.25

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Heavy traffic disruptions in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem as Vance ends Israel visit

Major road and rail closures are expected as US VP travels between Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and the airport in a secured convoy; police urge drivers and commuters to plan alternate routes

Itamar Eichner, Sivan Hilaie | 10.23.25

International airlines return to Israel as ceasefire boosts travel

Eurowings resumes Israel flights; Scandinavian carrier SAS returns after a decade with a Copenhagen route; Etihad Airways boosts service; Greek airline Sky Express launches its first-ever flights to Israel

Calcalist | 10.15.25

'Shortest visit in history': Schedule for Trump's under-4-hour stay in Israel

The US president will speak at the Knesset and will not meet with returning hostages: He is scheduled to land at Ben-Gurion Airport on Monday at 9:20 a.m.; speak at 11:00 and then take off for Egypt; We have the full schedule, road closures and airport preparations

Moran Azulay, Itamar Eichner | 10.11.25

How a teen stowaway managed to slip past security at Ben Gurion Airport

New details reveal 13-year-old boy bypassed all security and biometric checks before being removed moments before takeoff; authorities investigating what officials call a multi-agency failure

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 10.08.25

Without a ticket or passport: 13-year-old sneaks onto El Al plane and is removed just before takeoff

Security failure re at Ben Gurion Airport: Israel Airports Authority is investigating how the boy managed to pass all the inspection stages without having the appropriate documents; El Al: 'The boy was safely removed from the plane before takeoff'

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 10.08.25

Taxi drivers threaten Ben Gurion Airport shutdown if Netanyahu won’t meet them over Uber plan

Israeli taxi drivers vowed to halt Ben Gurion Airport operations unless prime minister meets them, protesting Transport Minister Miri Regev’s push to reintroduce Uber; Union leaders warn of strikes, lawsuits and nationwide chaos

Alexandra Lukash, Sivan Hilaie | 09.17.25

Chaos and long taxi lines greet travelers at Ben Gurion Airport

Over 2.1 million passengers are expected at Ben Gurion in the coming weeks; with long taxi lines and hours-long waits, travelers arriving in Israel should plan ahead—holiday congestion is causing major delays getting home

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger, Sivan Hilaie | 09.16.25

Ben Gurion Airport braces for busiest holiday travel day with expected 100,000 passengers

More than 2.1 million travelers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport during the Jewish holiday season, with peak days including Sept. 18, Sept. 25, and Sept. 28. Top destinations: Greece, Cyprus, the US, Italy, and the UAE

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 09.14.25

Ryanair may not resume Israel flights — even after war ends, CEO says

Michael O’Leary warns Irish airline may never return to Israel, citing frustration with airport disruptions, inflated fees and repeated flight suspensions

Reuters | 09.11.25

Haredi man declared a draft dodger arrested at Ben Gurion Airport on way to Uman

First arrest for haredim heading to Ukraine: 23-year-old yeshiva student was transferred to military prison after being detained at Ben Gurion Airport

Shilo Freid | 09.10.25

Israel warns travelers against illegal valet parking services at Ben Gurion Airport

Airports Authority to crack down on illegal valet parking at Israel’s main international gateway, warns service is unauthorized and risky after complaints of vehicles being driven hundreds of miles while owners were abroad

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 09.02.25

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