Arkia to Launch First Direct Israeli Flights to Iceland
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Arkia airline will launch the first direct flights from Israel to Reykjavik, Iceland, in June 2027, as part of its 2027 schedule. The airline also announced new routes to Manila, Philippines, Tallinn, Estonia, Yerevan, Armenia, and Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. A 20% discount promotion is available on all 40 destinations for travel throughout most of 2027, with prices for Iceland starting at $798.
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- Arkia airline will launch the first direct Israeli flights to Reykjavik, Iceland, in June 2027.
- The new route to Iceland is part of Arkia's 2027 schedule, which includes five new destinations.
- A 20% discount promotion is available on all Arkia flights and packages for travel in 2027.
- New routes will also connect Israel to Manila, Philippines, starting January 2027.
- Other new destinations include Tallinn, Yerevan, and Sarajevo, with flights starting in early 2027.
- Arkia CEO Oz Berlowitz highlighted the shift to year-round planning and early booking options.
Arkia, an Israeli airline, has announced its 2027 flight schedule, which includes the historic launch of direct, regular flights from Israel to Reykjavik, Iceland. This marks the first time an Israeli carrier will operate such a route to the Nordic island nation, known for its dramatic natural landscapes. The new route is slated to begin in June 2027, with round-trip tickets priced from $798, including a 20% discount offered during a promotional period.
In addition to Iceland, Arkia's expanded schedule features five new destinations. Direct flights to Manila, Philippines, will commence in January 2027, offering a more convenient option for Israeli travelers to Southeast Asia. Other new destinations include Tallinn, Estonia, starting in March 2027; Yerevan, Armenia, in April 2027; and Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, with prices starting from $454 for Sarajevo.
The airline is currently running a promotion offering a 20% discount on flights and vacation packages to all its international destinations, valid for travel throughout most of 2027. This sale, which began on October 18 and ends on November 3, 2026, applies to peak travel periods such as Passover, summer vacation, and the High Holidays.
Arkia's schedule encompasses 40 destinations worldwide, with prices for popular European routes like Larnaca and Paphos in Cyprus, and Thessaloniki and Athens in Greece, starting from under $200. Long-haul destinations such as Seychelles, Phuket, Bangkok, and New York are also included in the promotion, with prices for round-trip tickets to Seychelles starting at $798.
Arkia CEO Oz Berlowitz stated that releasing the flight schedule nearly a year in advance reflects a shift from short-term seasonal planning to comprehensive annual operations, aiming to provide passengers with early booking options and attractive prices.
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