Flights

Netanyahu says Israel warned Britain about Iranian terror plot before RAF airbase incident

Netanyahu also discussed the recent attempted hijacking of a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, praising the heroism of Yaniv Hayoun in "preventing another 9/11."

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues a public statement following the suspected attempted flydubai plane hijacking on September 30, 2026.
A Flydubai plane carrying passengers from flight FZ1073 arrives at Ben-Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv, after a suspected terror attack aboard their original flight from Dubai to Israel forced an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, September 30, 2026.

Flydubai attempted hijacking showcased Israeli aviation security system procedures - explainer

Passengers from the flydubai rescue flight for hijacked flight FZ1073 arrive in Israel on September 30, 2026.

The flydubai passengers have returned home safely, and that is all that matters for now - editorial

A flydubai plane carrying passengers from flight FZ1073 arrives at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv, after a suspected terror attack aboard their original flight from Dubai to Israel forced an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, September 30, 2026.

Flydubai flights to Israel suspended amid investigation into attempted hijacking, airline says


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

Israir CEO Uri Sirkis explained that the recent decision by the Transport Ministry to freeze the amount of American tankers allowed in the airport was correct.

US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling aircraft are parked at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv on February 25, 2026.

Flights under $200 and vacation packages below $500: Mid-summer travel deals

Despite the peak summer season, flexible travelers can still find affordable vacations abroad, from $192 flights to Rhodes to holiday packages for under $500 per person.

Grand Resort Limassol.

From today you can be removed from the plane because of this bad habit

United Airlines has tightened the rules against passengers who make noise during a flight, and from now on a refusal to stop could lead to removal from the plane or a future flight ban.

United Airlines has tightened the rules against passengers who make noise during a flight

Arkia Israel Airlines to resume flights to Marrakesh, Morocco, after wartime hiatus

According to the airline, the flights will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Wednesdays, allowing Israeli travelers to visit one of North Africa's "most fascinating destinations."

 Arkia airplane

EU Aviation Safety Agency loosens restrictions on flights to Israel

The agency’s decision appears to have been made before US President Donald Trump said that the US-Iran ceasefire was over as skirmishes erupted between the two countries in the Strait of Hormuz.

25 May 2026, Israel, Tel Aviv: US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker aerial-refueling aircraft are seen on the tarmac at Ben Gurion Airport.

At the height of summer: These are the days when flight prices drop

Although it falls during peak summer, the ten days before Tisha B'Av offer a rare chance to find flights and vacation packages at significantly lower prices.

Lesvos.

Heading for more direct flights? Thailand considers expanding air links with Israel

During a meeting between Thai and Israeli officials, both sides agreed to promote tourism, including expanding direct flights between the countries.

Koh Samui.

Arkia makes history with first Israeli landing near the North Pole

Arkia completed four special flights to Svalbard in the Arctic Ocean, marking the first Israeli aircraft landing in the world’s northernmost settlement, after refueling in Helsinki.

Arkia lands in Svalbard, marking a historic Israeli flight near the Arctic.

Rats discovered in service cart on Arkia flight to Israel

Documentation circulated on networks shows the unusual discovery during the Arkia flight from Greece to Israel. The airline claims that the cart was not used for serving food.

Baby rats were discovered in a service cart on an Arkia flight returning from Greece to Israel

40 million passengers a year: Ben Gurion Airport launches major expansion of Terminal 3

The expansion of Terminal 3 will include a new 63,000-square-meter wing, 86 additional check-in counters, advanced baggage screening and sorting systems, and new retail and passenger service areas.

Expansion of Terminal 3 at Ben Gurion Airport.