Flights
Blue Bird opens three new routes to Europe this summer
The Greek–Israeli airline Blue Bird announced the launch of three new routes from Tel Aviv: Burgas, Chania in Crete and to the island of Kos.
“Uh, we just hit somebody”: Denver airport to revamp protocols after pedestrian sucked into engine
After Hanoi, Arkia opens a new direct route to the Far East
Arkia to add flights to Saigon, expanding Vietnam operations
El Al cancels all scheduled flights till April 18 due to war in Middle East
El AL's decision follows a government announcement easing flight restrictions, with additional departures now available under the emergency flight schedule currently in place.
Flights to start departing from Ben-Gurion with 100 passengers, Transportation Ministry announces
This represents an increase in the 80-passenger limit per flight, while the ministry will also allow two flights to depart per hour.
"A lot of stress”: United Airlines to add $10 to checked-bag charge
United Airlines said the changes align with market conditions and industry trends.
Reporter's notebook: The road out of Israel runs through a grotty Egyptian office - feature
With flights grounded and missiles overhead, one journalist's wartime exit took him from the Negev desert to a shakedown at the Taba border crossing.
Israeli industry groups seek priority outbound flights for business delegations amid wartime limits
The request was made in a formal letter to the head of the Home Front Command, as recent wartime rules have sharply limited departures from Ben-Gurion Airport.
Easter getaway chaos at Spain’s flight hubs as ground staff walk out
Some flights are expected to depart without luggage as airlines adapt schedules and staffing plans.
This is the best airline in the world in 2026
The Skytrax and AirlineRatings ranking again reveals Asian dominance in the world’s best airports, with Turkish Airlines being the best airline in Europe.
Many Jewish Americans have holiday plans canceled as others seek path home from Israel
War-driven chaos leaves some stranded, others rerouted through Egypt and Jordan, and many with ties to Israel forced to celebrate apart from their families.
Arkia cancels Jordan flights after authorities block approvals, limiting alternatives from Israel
Some of the flights have been rerouted to Taba, where Egypt has doubled the crossing fee.
Viral clip shows baggage crew hurling guitars at LAX
The clip revived longstanding unease among musicians and travelers over checking sensitive gear.
