Arkia to Launch Direct Flights Between Israel and Manila in January
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Israeli airline Arkia will launch direct flights to Manila, Philippines, starting January 3, 2027, operating weekly on Sundays. This move makes Arkia the first Israeli carrier to offer scheduled direct flights to the Philippine capital.
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- Arkia will launch direct flights from Israel to Manila starting January 3, 2027.
- Flights will operate weekly on Sundays using Airbus A330 aircraft.
- Arkia becomes the first Israeli airline to offer direct scheduled flights to Manila.
- Ticket prices start at $750 for economy and $1800 for business class.
- The route aims to boost tourism, business, and economic ties between the countries.
Israeli airline Arkia has announced the upcoming launch of direct flights connecting Israel with Manila, the capital of the Philippines. The new route is scheduled to commence on January 3, 2027, with flights operating once a week on Sundays. These services will utilize wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft.
The cost for a one-way ticket will start at $750 for economy class and $1800 for business class. Arkia will be the first Israeli carrier to offer direct, scheduled flights to Manila.
Arkia CEO Oz Berlovitz stated that the airline continues to expand its direct flight offerings for the Israeli public, following routes to destinations like New York, Thailand, Vietnam, and Japan. He highlighted the Philippines' significant potential for tourism, business, and economic engagement, which could strengthen bilateral ties.
The Ambassador of the Philippines to Israel, Ilieana Menziola, expressed that the direct air link is expected to boost trade and create new economic opportunities, potentially leading to discussions about a free trade agreement.
Previously, El Al had also announced plans for direct flights to Manila, but a start date for those services has not yet been confirmed.
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