AVIATION
July 2026
morning.The new route also carries historical significance: Condor’s very first commercial flight in March 1956 was a pilgrimage service from Frankfurt to the Holy Land, making the airline’s return to Israel a symbolic homecoming. More International Airlines Return to Israel Condor’s announcement comes as international airlines continue expanding operations to Israel during the summer season. Current plans include: Lufthansa resumed twice- daily flights between Frankfurt and Tel Aviv from July 1.Austrian Airlines has increased its Vienna–Tel Aviv service to up to three daily flights.Eurowings is scheduled The Ministry of Transportation has actively worked over recent months to expand flight volumes between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, offering flydubai premium time slots to ensure robust, reliable travel options for passengers. As one of the few international carriers that maintained consistent operations over the past year, flydubai has established itself as a crucial global lifeline. This massive frequency boost means that whether you are flying out of the Americas, Europe, Asia, or the Far East, your layover in Dubai will perfectly align with a quick, comfortable flight into the heart of Israel. Aviation and tourism experts view this expansion as a powerful testament to the resilient and soaring demand for travel to the Holy Land. Beyond passenger travel, flydubai is also enhancing its economic footprints by launching dedicated weekly cargo flights between Dubai and Tel Aviv starting
to resume operations in mid- July with up to three weekly flights from Düsseldorf and one weekly flight from Hamburg. SWISS plans to restart daily Zurich–Tel Aviv flights beginning August 1. Israeli carriers EL AL and Israir, together with Blue Bird Airways, continue operating regular services between Israel and Europe. The continued return of major European airlines reflects growing confidence in Israel’s aviation and tourism markets and is expected to increase competition, improve connectivity, and provide travelers with a wider range of flight options during the second half of 2026. this August, utilizing newly acquired Boeing 737 cargo aircraft. This continuous growth highlights the ever-strengthening tourism, cultural, and commercial bonds between Israel and the UAE, signaling a bright and busy summer ahead for international arrivals. While local Israeli carriers have been advised to temporarily pause their own flights to Dubai until September 1, 2026, due to recent security assessments, flydubai’s uninterrupted and expanding schedule ensures the global bridge remains wide open. For international tourists planning their upcoming Mediterranean getaways or family reunions, flydubai’s 10 daily flights offer ultimate flexibility, competitive pricing, and peace of mind. There has never been a more convenient time to book your ticket and experience everything Israel has to offer.
CONDOR RETURNS TO ISRAEL WITH DAILY FRANKFURT–TEL AVIV FLIGHTS FROM AUGUST 2026
German leisure carrier Condor will resume flights to Israel on August 2, 2026, marking another significant milestone in the recovery of international air services to Tel Aviv
A fter postponing its original May launch, Condor has confirmed that it plans to operate a daily service between Frankfurt and Tel Aviv, subject to the geopolitical situation. The route will be served by an Airbus A320, offering convenient connections through Frankfurt to Condor’s
extensive European and long- haul network. Flight DE4309 will depart Frankfurt around midday or early afternoon (depending on the day of the week) and arrive in Tel Aviv in the evening. The return flight, DE4308, will leave Tel Aviv early each morning and arrive in Frankfurt later that
The Emirati carrier is restoring its pre-war flight capacity to Ben Gurion International Airport, offering global travelers unparalleled connectivity and options for their summer journeys to Israel Connecting the World to Israel: flydubai Expands to a Massive 10 Daily Flights to Tel Aviv
G etting to Israel is about to become smoother and more accessible than ever for travelers across the globe. Starting June 27, Emirati airline flydubai is significantly boosting its operations on the highly popular Tel Aviv-Dubai route, increasing its schedule from an already impressive seven daily
flights to a staggering 10 flights per day. This expansion effectively restores the airline’s capacity to its booming pre-war levels, providing international jet-setters with seamless, round-the-clock connections to experience the rich culture, history, and sun-drenched beaches of Israel.
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