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Israeli Airlines Expand New York Flights Amid Rising Demand and Competition

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Israeli Airlines Expand New York Flights Amid Rising Demand and Competition
Right 1Unrated 1

By ענת סימן טוב

First reported by Calcalist · Jul 15, 2026

What happened

Arkia Airlines is expanding its Tel Aviv-New York flights with larger planes and more seats amid high demand, while Israir prepares to launch direct flights and American carriers plan to resume service to Israel in September.

  • 01Arkia increases seats on Tel Aviv-New York route using Boeing 787 and Airbus A330 aircraft.
  • 02Israir plans to start direct New York flights in early August, intensifying competition.
  • 03El Al currently operates regular flights on the route.
  • 04American airlines expected to resume flights to Israel in September if security permits.
  • 05Arkia upgrades aim to meet high summer demand and growing passenger numbers at Ben Gurion Airport.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
OrganizationsArkia Airlines, Israir, El Al, Hi Fly, Ben Gurion Airport
PlacesTel Aviv, New York, Israel, United States

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

Now 14Right · HebrewJul 15, 2026
Israeli Airlines Expand New York Flights Amid Rising Demand and Competition
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJul 15, 2026
Arkia Expands Seat Capacity on Tel Aviv-New York Route Ahead of Israir's US Launch

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