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Arkia Launches Direct Flights to Manila, Philippines

How 11 Israeli newsrooms (in Hebrew, Russian, English) covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By חדשות כיפה

First reported by Walla · 5 hours ago

What happened

Arkia Airlines will begin direct flights from Tel Aviv to Manila, Philippines, starting January 3, 2027. The route, operating weekly during peak season, aims to cater to the growing number of Israeli tourists visiting the Southeast Asian nation.

  • 01Arkia Airlines will launch direct flights to Manila, Philippines.
  • 02Service begins January 3, 2027, operating weekly.
  • 03Flights will use an Airbus A330 with business and economy classes.
  • 04Ticket prices start at $750 economy and $1,800 business.
  • 05The route operates from January to April during peak season.
  • 06The Philippines is a popular destination for Israeli tourists.

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OrganizationsArkia Airlines

Full coverage · 11 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

KipaRight · Hebrew42 minutes ago
Arkia Launches Direct Flights to Manila, Philippines
NEWSru IsraelUnrated · Russian43 minutes ago
Arkia Launches New Direct Flight Route to Manila
HaaretzLeft · Hebrew1 hour ago
Arkia Launches Direct Flights to Philippines, Outpacing El Al
TheMarkerUnrated · Hebrew1 hour ago
Arkia Launches Direct Flights to Philippines, Competing with El Al
Now 14Right · Hebrew2 hours ago
Arkia Launches New Direct Flights to Manila in 2027
CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew2 hours ago
Arkia Launches Direct Flights to Manila in 2027
HamalCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Arkia Airlines Launches New Direct Flights to the Philippines
IceUnrated · Hebrew3 hours ago
Arkia Launches First Direct Flights to Manila in 70 Years
YnetnewsCenter · English3 hours ago
Arkia to Launch Direct Flights to Philippines in 2027
YnetCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Arkia to Launch Direct Flights to Philippines in 2027
YnetCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Arkia Launches New Direct Flights to Manila, Philippines
WallaCenter · Hebrew5 hours ago
Arkia Launches Direct Flights to Philippines, Challenging El Al

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