Arkia
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Arkia, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Ben Gurion Airport Faces Severe Delays as Passengers Wait Hours Without Luggage
Ben Gurion Airport faced major delays on Friday as passengers waited hours on planes without their luggage, possibly due to a sudden strike by ground staff. The disruptions affect…
Arkia CEO Oz Berlovich Reflects on Leadership, Challenges, and Future Plans
Oz Berlovich, CEO of Arkia Airlines, discusses the airline’s growth, social media criticism, and his vision for Israel’s labor market. He highlights the transformative impact of l…
El Al Cancels Planned Direct Flights to Hanoi Due to Security Approval Denial
El Al cancels its planned direct flights to Hanoi, Vietnam, scheduled for October, due to denied security approvals. Passengers with tickets will receive alternative options or re…
Flight Delays at Ben Gurion Airport Worsen Due to Greek Airspace Restrictions
Ben Gurion Airport faces worsening flight delays due to Greek airspace restrictions limiting flights to Europe, causing significant takeoff and landing delays, especially for Arki…
Greek Blue Bird Airways Rises to Fourth Largest Carrier at Tel Aviv Airport in July
Greek-owned Blue Bird Airways, with strong Israeli ties, became the fourth largest airline at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport in July 2026, flying 7.5% of passengers amid Israeli ca…
Israeli Airline Sun d'Or Adds Verona to Winter Flight Destinations
Sun d'Or, part of El Al, adds Verona to its winter flight schedule starting October 25, offering twice-weekly flights to northern Italy. The airline's winter destinations include…
Foreign Airlines Gradually Resume Flights to Israel's Ben Gurion Airport
Foreign airlines are gradually resuming flights to Israel's Ben Gurion Airport after a long reduction, with many carriers returning since April and more scheduled for September, i…
Security Breach Forces Arkia Flight From Amsterdam to Return to Gate
An Arkia flight from Amsterdam to Israel was delayed after a passenger boarded without a valid ticket, prompting the plane to return to the gate and security to remove the individ…
Israir Launches Direct Flights to Madrid as Romanian Animawings Resumes Israel Route
Israir will begin direct flights to Madrid from October 25, while Romanian airline Animawings resumes Bucharest-Tel Aviv flights tomorrow after a suspension. United Airlines plans…
Air Canada Delays Return to Israel Until January 2027, Cancels Direct Flights
Air Canada delays resumption of flights to Israel until January 2027, extending cancellations amid ongoing airline suspensions despite improved security. Meanwhile, United and Del…
United Airlines Resumes Flights to Israel in September Amid Growing US-Israel Air Travel Competition
United Airlines will restart flights to Israel on September 8 with two daily Boeing 787 flights from Ben Gurion Airport, following a suspension due to regional conflict. Delta Air…
Israir Gains Approval to Launch New Wide-Body Flights to New York
Israir Airlines has secured updated civil aviation approval to operate Airbus A330 wide-body jets on a new New York route, pending final FAA clearance. This will make Israir the t…
Ben Gurion Airport Sees Summer Peak as International Airlines Resume Flights to Israel
Ben Gurion Airport is handling its busiest summer day with 101,000 passengers expected, driven by a surge in international flights. July saw a 37% passenger increase over last yea…
Summer Flight Delays Persist at Ben Gurion Airport with Over 450 Flights Affected Last Week
Ben Gurion Airport faces ongoing summer delays, with over 450 flights delayed last week affecting major airlines like El Al and Arkia.
Airlines Boost Flights From Israel Ahead of Summer Peak and Jewish Holidays
Ahead of the summer peak and Jewish holidays, foreign and Israeli airlines are increasing flights from Ben Gurion Airport to Europe, North America, and Asia. Lufthansa Group plans…
Cancer Patients Stranded in Geneva Criticize Arkia Over Flight Cancellation and Poor Support
A group of Israeli cancer patients was stranded in Geneva after Arkia Airlines canceled their flight home due to weather. The nonprofit leading the group criticized the airline fo…
El Al Doubles Profit Amid Iran Conflict Despite Security Operation Losses
El Al Airlines doubled its net profit to $132 million in the latest quarter despite a $55 million loss from a military operation against Iran. Revenues rose 27% to $986 million, s…
Arkia Adds Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Boost Summer Flights to New York, Paris, Amsterdam
Arkia Airlines has introduced a Boeing 787 Dreamliner to increase summer flight capacity on routes to New York, Paris, and Amsterdam, responding to high passenger demand and limit…
Choosing Different Airlines Can Save Hundreds on Holiday Flights to Popular Destinations
A price comparison for Jewish New Year flights shows that choosing different airlines can save families hundreds of dollars, with price gaps over 40% for flights to Crete, Budapes…
Ben Gurion Airport Provides Real-Time Crowding Updates and Tips to Ease Summer Travel
Ben Gurion Airport offers a real-time congestion forecast and multiple strategies to help travelers navigate busy summer periods, including online check-in, special lanes, and VIP…
Four Airlines to Resume Tel Aviv-New York Flights by September with Ticket Prices Starting at $1,400
American Airlines delays resuming Tel Aviv-New York flights to March 2027, while Delta and United restart in September. Israir plans to join soon, increasing ticket availability b…
Arkia Flight from Montenegro to Israel Canceled After Hours of Passenger Waiting and Poor Communication
An Arkia flight from Montenegro to Israel was canceled after passengers waited hours without clear updates. The airline cited weather and crew work limits, while passengers report…
Lufthansa Group and Israir Resume Flights to Israel and Marrakech
The Lufthansa Group is increasing flights to Israel in August, with Swiss resuming Zurich-Tel Aviv service. Israir and Arkia are restarting direct flights to Marrakech, Morocco, i…
Israir Resumes Weekly Direct Flights from Israel to Marrakech Starting September
Israir is restarting weekly direct flights from Israel to Marrakech starting September 1, 2026, following Arkia's similar move. The flights will operate through October, easing tr…
Israeli Workers Union Opposes Arkia Sale That Could End Sabbath Flights
The Israeli Transport Workers Union opposes the potential sale of Arkia Airlines to a Haredi businessman who may stop flights on Shabbat, warning of harm to employees and the comp…
Israir Expands Long-Haul Flights After New York Route Approval
Israir received approval to operate Airbus A330 planes, enabling long-haul flights to Europe, Asia, and the U.S. The airline plans new routes including Japan, Thailand, and New Yo…
Israeli Airlines' Flight Delay Records Revealed, Highlighting Most and Least Punctual Carriers
Channel 13 reveals flight delay data of major Israeli airlines, showing which are most and least punctual, including El Al and Arkia.
Bank Leumi Building in Kiryat Shmona Sold for 5.4 Million Shekels Despite Missile Damage
The Bank Leumi building in Kiryat Shmona, damaged by a missile during recent conflict, sold for 5.43 million shekels to a local businessman. Despite a 50% value drop, the buyer se…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Extends Sponsorship and Travel Deal with Arkia Airlines for 2026/27 Season
Hapoel Tel Aviv and Arkia Airlines have extended their partnership for the 2026/27 season, with Arkia continuing as the club's official airline and sponsor, providing travel for E…
Arkia CEO Defends Airline Amid Flight Delays and Customer Complaints at Ben Gurion Airport
Arkia Airlines CEO Oz Berlovich responds to criticism over flight delays at Ben Gurion Airport, attributing issues to rapid growth, external factors, and industry-wide challenges…
Record Flight Delays Hit Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport Amid Multiple Operational Challenges
Ben Gurion Airport faced record flight delays last week due to US military aircraft presence, European air traffic control failures, and peak summer passenger volumes. Average dep…
FlyAll Launches $999 Direct Round-Trip Flights to New York and Asia with Arkia
FlyAll offers direct round-trip flights with Arkia to New York and several Asian cities for $999, including luggage and taxes, available for travel from late 2026 to early 2027. T…
Airlines Boost Profits Through Ancillary Fees as EU Mandates Free Carry-On Allowance
With summer travel surging, airlines increasingly profit from ancillary fees like luggage and seat selection, a trend driven by low-cost carriers. The EU's new 2027 regulation man…
Flight Delays at Ben Gurion Airport Prompt Compensation from Arkia Airlines
Ben Gurion Airport temporarily stopped takeoffs, delaying flights without prior notice. Arkia Airlines attributed delays to morning congestion and promised $250 compensation to af…
Ramat Gan Mayor Orders City Shelters Open Amid Iranian Missile Strikes Near Israel
Ramat Gan's mayor ordered city shelters open as a precaution after Iran launched missiles toward Jordan's Aqaba near Israel's border, causing explosions heard in Eilat. Israeli of…
Iran Denounces US Threats to Nuclear Site Amid Rising Gulf Tensions
Iran rejects US threats to attack its Mount Makous nuclear site, calling them a pretext for aggression amid ongoing US strikes and rising Gulf tensions. The conflict has spread to…
Flights Delayed After Iran Fires Missiles Toward Jordan, Explosions Heard
Following Iran's missile launch toward Jordan's Aqaba, flights from Tel Aviv to Eilat and Abu Dhabi to Tel Aviv were delayed due to explosions and security concerns.
US Intercepts Iranian Missiles Targeting Jordan Near Israel, Explosions Heard in Eilat
Iran fired missiles toward Aqaba, Jordan, which were intercepted by US forces, causing explosions heard in Eilat, Israel. Flights were disrupted, and Israel's Iron Dome intercepte…
US Airlines Allowed to Resume Direct Flights to Lebanon, Israel Flights Still Suspended
President Trump announced US airlines can resume direct flights to Lebanon after meeting its president, while US flights to Israel remain suspended until at least September due to…
Arkia Flight Returns to Ben Gurion Airport Over Bird Strike Concern
An Arkia flight from Ben Gurion Airport to Vilnius returned after a suspected bird strike and is now under inspection before resuming its journey.
Cal Launches FlyAll Credit Card Offering Flexible Flight and Hotel Rewards Worldwide
Cal has launched FlyAll, a new credit card in Israel that offers higher cashback and flexible redemption for flights and hotels worldwide, including all Israeli airlines. The card…
Israir Hires 15 Pilots Including 3 Women Ahead of New York Route Launch
Israir has hired 15 new pilots, including three women, to operate its new New York route launching in August, increasing female pilot representation to 10%. The airline is expandi…
Israeli Photographer Chronicles Life-Changing Arctic Journey to Svalbard
Israeli photographer Tal-Zehara Lavi fulfilled a lifelong dream by traveling to Longyearbyen, Svalbard, to document Arctic wildlife and landscapes. The five-day expedition include…
Iran Fires Missiles at Jordan; Interceptions Cause Debris North of Eilat
Iran fired four missiles at Jordan's Aqaba on Sunday, intercepted by the U.S., with debris falling near Eilat, Israel. Jordan's air defenses shot down most missiles, and no casual…
El Al and Arkia Lead Israeli Airlines in Consumer Trust Amid Conflict
Israeli consumers favor airlines like El Al and Arkia that maintained operations and quickly resumed flights during recent conflicts, rewarding commitment over price. Despite fine…
Flight Prices Surge Near $1,000 for Rosh Hashanah Travel, Major Airline Price Gaps Revealed
Flight prices from Israel for Rosh Hashanah have surged, with tickets nearing $1,000 and large price gaps between airlines. Significant differences were found on routes to Crete…
Many European Destinations Do Not Accept Euro as Official Currency This Summer
Many European countries do not use the euro as their official currency, requiring travelers to carry local cash or credit cards. While some tourist areas accept euros, local curre…
Israeli Government Approves Unprecedented Compensation for Airlines Over Empty Flights During Security Operation at Ben Gurion Airport
The Israeli government approved up to 55 million shekels in compensation for airlines forced to operate empty flights during the "Roaring Lion" security operation at Ben Gurion Ai…
