AVIATION
November 2026
Two-Way Sky Bridges: New Direct Flights Connect Bhutan and Finnish Lapland with Israel
Finnish Lapland. For visitors from East Asia and Northern Europe, these direct sky bridges open up seamless access to Israel’s vibrant Mediterranean coastline, ancient historic sites, and world-class culinary scene. Beginning in February and running through mid-March 2027, Royal Bhutan Airlines (Drukair) will operate five exclusive direct flights between Paro and Tel Aviv in collaboration with tour operator Kaminos. Utilizing Airbus A320 aircraft, the seven-hour nonstop flights offer travelers from Bhutan and the surrounding region a convenient gateway to explore Jerusalem, the Dead Sea, and the sunny Mediterranean coast without lengthy layovers. The initiative is set to feature boutique tour packages with five-star accommodations and small group settings, while also creating a seamless bridge for Israeli travelers visiting Bhutan’s iconic mountain
valleys. Kaminos’ Vice President of Marketing, highlighted that bringing direct connections to Paro helps foster unique cross- cultural travel, with further direct flights planned for late 2027. At the same time, travel company Kishrey Teufa is launching direct charter service starting January 27, 2027, between Rovaniemi—the capital of Finnish Lapland— and Tel Aviv. This link offers travelers in Finland a comfortable getaway to Israel’s warm climate, while providing Israeli tourists direct access to Nordic winter adventures like Northern Lights viewings, sled rides, and stays at the luxury Arctic Panorama Resort & Spa. With flexible options ranging from complete tour packages to flight-only tickets, these new direct connections highlight Ben Gurion Airport’s expanding
Upcoming nonstop routes from Paro and Rovaniemi to Tel Aviv will offer travelers from the Himalayas and Arctic Lapland effortless access to the Mediterranean and historic Israel
I n an exciting development for international travel, new nonstop routes between Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport and two remote global corners will make journeying to and from Israel
smoother than ever. Travel operators have announced direct charter and scheduled connections linking Israel directly with the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan and the snow-draped landscapes of
role in connecting diverse cultures and destinations around the globe.
Air Canada Moves Up Tel Aviv Route Resumption to November 2026 Mediterranean and the historic landscapes of the Holy Land. Air Canada has officially announced that it is advancing the resumption date of January 17, 2027. This accelerated timeline makes it much easier for tourists, families, and business travelers from across North America to plan their trips to Israel ahead of the winter season. The route
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Passengers will travel aboard Air Canada’s modern Dreamliner aircraft, featuring three complete classes of service to suit every preference and budget: Signature Class (Business Class), Premium Economy, and Economy Class. With full-service amenities onboard, travelers can look forward to a comfortable transatlantic journey as direct connectivity between North America and Israel is officially restored.
Travelers from North America can now book flights to Israel earlier than expected as the airline restores direct non-stop connections from Toronto G reat news for travelers planning a visit to the sunny shores of the
of its direct flight service between Toronto and Tel Aviv. Demonstrating strong confidence in Israel as a top destination, the carrier will now resume flights on November 30, 2026, significantly ahead of its originally scheduled return
will operate four times per week throughout the winter, providing convenient, seamless connections from dozens of cities across Canada, the United States, and Latin America.
Flights departing from Tel Aviv are scheduled to operate on Mondays,
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