British Airways to Resume Flights to Tel Aviv

This move comes despite ongoing challenges in the aviation industry and apprehension among some foreign carriers regarding operations in Israel. Alongside British Airways, Iberia, also part of the same group, will restart its daily route to Madrid. Tamar Garzon, CEO of the Gulliver tourism company, described the resumption as significant news, extending beyond just the British route. She highlighted London's role as a major gateway to numerous destinations in Europe, North America, and the Far East, offering Israeli travelers more options, flexibility, and expanded flight and destination choices. Garzon added that increased foreign airline activity fosters greater market competition, leading to more attractive prices and a wider array of options for Israeli consumers. The return of these airlines is viewed as a positive indicator for the recovery of the tourism sector and the strengthening of Israel's air bridges with the world. British Airways had previously suspended its flights to Israel following Operation "Shirei Ha'ari." The resumption follows recent returns to the Israeli market by American carriers Delta and United Airlines last month, and Air India's announcement of its intention to restart its route in December.