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Israel’s flight nightmare begins as summer prices hit records
As war uncertainty lingers, limited flights, slow airline returns and surging demand could drive Israeli airfare to historic highs this summer, with experts warning delays or cancellations remain possible if security risks persist
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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03.18.26
Inside Ben Gurion under fire: ‘No airport has operated like this under war conditions’
Duty-free sits nearly empty as missiles fly; runways are swept for shrapnel after every interception and flights pause midair; A rare look at how Ben Gurion Airport keeps operating under fire, where every takeoff depends on seconds and strict limits
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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03.17.26
First rescue flight from Dubai lands in Israel with 330 passengers
About 330 Israelis stranded in the UAE since the war began arrived at Ben Gurion Airport on the first rescue flight organized by the Transportation Ministry with Emirati partners; additional evacuation flights expected
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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03.09.26
Rescue flights to Israel go on sale: $425 from Athens, $495 from Budapest
Previously limited to airline customers stranded abroad, the rescue flights are now open to all travelers; prices are relatively high and do not include a carry-on trolley or checked baggage
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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03.07.26
Outgoing flights from Israel to resume Sunday
Transportation Minister Miri Regev says move 'subject to security reality'; it comes shortly after the first rescue flights bringing stranded travelers back to Israel landed; El Al won't operate rescue flights on Shabbat
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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03.05.26
First rescue flights land in Israel after five days of total airspace closure
El Al plans rescue flights from about 22 global destinations, while Israir will operate from Rome, Berlin, Rovaniemi, Athens and Batumi
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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03.05.26
Ben Gurion Airport to reopen Thursday with limited inbound flights
Beginning early Thursday, Ben Gurion Airport will reopen in phases with one inbound flight per hour at first, then two, operating 24/7; ten percent of seats will be reserved for humanitarian cases; for now, only arrivals are permitted; departures remain unclear
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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03.03.26
Flights to Ben Gurion Airport may resume Thursday pending security approval
Israel’s airspace remains closed, but advanced talks are underway on a large-scale rescue plan that would see two full flights land every hour around the clock, pending final security approval
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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03.03.26
Israel closes airspace after launching strike on Iran, flights suspended until further notice
Transportation minister orders immediate halt to civilian flights, urges public not to come to airports and warns of possible missile and drone retaliation; reopening notice to be issued 24 hours in advance
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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02.28.26
KLM suspends Amsterdam-Tel Aviv route amid regional tensions
Lufthansa and Swiss extend modified night flights via Athens through March 6, while Austrian and Brussels Airlines fly direct; Iberia Express operates one daily flight to Tel Aviv
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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02.25.26
Tucker Carlson claims detained at airport in Israel, video tells different story
Footage shows conservative commentator smiling, signing documents and posing with security staff at Ben Gurion Airport, as US and Israeli officials say he underwent routine questioning — not arrest or seizure of passport
ynet
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02.20.26
'We can’t stop living': Unfazed by Iran threats, Israelis keep flying
Despite fears of a possible strike on Iran and concerns Israel’s skies could close, Ben Gurion Airport remains packed, with travelers refusing to give up their vacations, saying 'we need this break' — and if war erupts, 'we’ll come back and hit the Iranians hard'
Maya Cohen
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02.19.26
Aviation sector threatens strike over Wizz Air Israel base
Histadrut labor federation says more than 11,000 aviation workers could take action within two weeks, warning the planned Wizz Air base was approved without consultation and could threaten job security and sector stability
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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02.18.26
For first time, free Shabbat public transport to Ben Gurion Airport launches with new Route
Route 711 of the 'Na'im Busofash' initiative will stop at Ben Gurion Airport en route between Shoham and Tel Aviv, funded by 12 local authorities; a Tel Aviv deputy mayor said municipalities are stepping in where the government has left a gap
Sivan Hilaie
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02.12.26
Fighter jets scrambled to escort Wizz Air flight to Israel after security scare
Following reports of suspicious behavior on a London–Tel Aviv flight, Israeli security forces scrambled fighter jets in an exceptional move; the suspicion was later cleared and the aircraft landed safely
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger, Yoav Zitun
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02.08.26
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