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Flight Prices for 2026 Holidays Drop Significantly Compared to 2025 Amid Return of Foreign Airlines
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First reported by Calcalist · 10 hours ago
What happened
Flight prices for Israeli holiday travelers in 2026 have dropped significantly compared to 2025, driven by the return of foreign airlines and increased competition. Destinations such as London, Budapest, and New York saw the largest price declines, while travelers are booking earlier to secure better deals.
- 01Flight prices for 2026 Jewish holidays dropped up to 37% compared to 2025 in key destinations.
- 02Return of foreign airlines to Israel increased flight availability and competition.
- 03London, Budapest, New York, Larnaca, and Prague saw significant price reductions.
- 04Long-haul destinations like Bangkok experienced slight price decreases.
- 0542% of Israelis booking holiday packages prefer all-inclusive hotels.
- 06Early bookings are rising due to lower prices and a favorable US dollar exchange rate.
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