Israel's Airport Departure Fees to Rise in 2027, Potentially Increasing Flight Prices

Aviation fees in Israel are set to increase in 2027, which is expected to lead to higher airfare prices for passengers departing from the country. The annual adjustment, determined by the Israel Airports Authority (IAA) regulations, reflects a 1.54% rise in the consumer price index. Additionally, the dollar-denominated fees are influenced by the exchange rate, though the IAA emphasizes that the fees are set in shekels and adjusted according to a fixed mechanism.

The departure fee for passengers leaving from Terminal 3 will rise to $37.68 in 2027, an increase of $3.81 from the 2026 fee of $33.87. Passengers departing from Terminal 1 will also see an increase, with the fee going up to $17.36 from $15.61 in 2026, a rise of $1.75 per passenger.

While these fees are not always itemized separately on ticket purchases, they are factored into the overall cost by airlines and travel agents. Consequently, the increase in these fees may be passed on, in whole or in part, to the consumer. The IAA stated that the adjustment is solely due to the mandated indexing mechanism and the need to maintain the shekel value of the fees, particularly in light of a weakening dollar.

The updated fee schedule is expected to be published by October 1, 2026. This means that even if the base fare of a flight remains unchanged, the associated costs could increase starting in 2027, a period already marked by other rising travel expenses.