Major Airlines Shake Up Israel Flight Schedules: What's Changing?

The skies above Israel are seeing a dramatic shift as major international airlines tweak their flight schedules over the region. What’s behind these changes, and which airlines are hanging on or hitting pause?

The Suspension List Grows

With the recent climate in the region, several renowned carriers have decided to delay resuming their services to Israel. The Lufthansa Group, encompassing Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings, has decided to extend its suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv through June 22. Joining them, ITA Airways and LOT Polish Airlines have pushed their cancellations to the same date, while others like Iberia Express are opting for an even longer hold until June 30.

Meanwhile, as travelers impatiently watch the calendar, Air India’s halt stretches until June 18. EasyJet has cautiously postponed its return to the end of June.

Postponing Summer Skies

As summer nears, Ryanair and British Airways have decided to extend their pause through July 31, a decision echoed by Air Seychelles, while Air Canada plans an extended hiatus until September 2025. What does this mean for travelers? According to www.israelhayom.com, flight planning continues to be a dynamic matter in these times.

“Cancellation deep into the summer” – Ryanair. Photo: Oren Ben Hakoon

Resuming the Journey

On the opposite spectrum, some airlines have taken the plunge back into Israeli skies. Delta Air Lines, Aegean Airlines, Air France, KLM, and Ethiopian Airlines have already resumed their operations. Moreover, United Airlines, KLM, Air Baltic, and Transavia have joined them, reopening routes and reconnecting travelers to the Israeli destinations they yearn to explore.

As these airlines adjust their schedules, the anticipation builds for the next chapter of global travel over Israel. So, which airline’s next on your itinerary? And how might future announcements reshape your plans?

Stay tuned for further updates as circumstances continue to evolve, shaping how the world connects with this pivotal region.