The understanding was that the return of foreign airlines would see El Al's share price fall 20% within a short time, but it completed a rise of 60% since the beginning of December 2024.
Two European airlines are returning to Israel: KLM will resume daily flights to Amsterdam in June, and Iberia Express will launch daily flights to Madrid in April. Prices are expected to drop.
The airline was praised for its spacious seat configuration and attentive in-flight service.
India recognizes Israel as a key tourist destination: Tourism minister Haim Katz opens Mumbai Tourism Fair • Air India to launch new direct flight • Indian workers to join Israeli tourism industry.
Blue Bird and TUS will merge under an Israeli flag with seven aircraft, joining the growing local market after serving over 700,000 passengers last year.
To celebrate the resumption of flights and Valentine’s Day, Air France offers an $83 coupon for flights to Paris and other destinations. The airline operates the Airbus A350-900 on the Israel route.
The airline Air Baltic announced that it will resume flights to Israel starting April 2025 with a convenient schedule and a futuristic Starlink internet revolution.
The Indian aviation giant launches a new route between Tel Aviv and New Delhi with a modern Dreamliner and full service, strengthening international ties.
Airlines returning to Israel include Lufthansa, Air France, Transavia, ITA, Air India, British Airways, and EasyJet. Over 1.15 million passengers are expected at Ben Gurion Airport this month.
The French airline joins the wave of international companies returning to Israel since the ceasefire agreement. Flights will be operated on a new Airbus aircraft, with prices starting at $522.
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