Arkia to Launch Direct Flights to Philippines in 2027
Arkia Airlines announced it will launch a new direct route from Tel Aviv to Manila, the capital of the Philippines, starting January 3, 2027. Initially, the service will operate once a week, on Sundays, utilizing a wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft provided by GullivAir. The route is scheduled to run until April.
Economy class tickets will be priced from $750 one-way. This move makes Arkia the first Israeli airline to set a firm date for direct flights to Manila. While competitor El Al has also expressed intentions to fly to the destination, it has not yet announced a specific launch date.
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