US Airlines Delta and United Resume Direct Flights to Israel
Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are resuming direct flights to Ben Gurion Airport. This move significantly increases travel options to the US and intensifies competition on the popular New York route.
Following a period of limited direct flight options to the United States, major American carriers are returning to Ben Gurion Airport. This development is set to significantly expand direct travel options for passengers and boost market competition.
Delta Air Lines Flight Schedule
Delta Air Lines is resuming its operations today. The carrier's first flight from New York to Tel Aviv is scheduled to depart from JFK Airport and land at Ben Gurion Airport on Monday morning.
The return flight from Tel Aviv to New York is scheduled for September 7. The company plans to operate this route on a daily basis.
United Airlines' Phased Return
United Airlines is expected to join tomorrow, planning to restore its presence in Israel and gradually resume all four of its direct routes to the United States. The rollout will be destination-based:
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New York (Newark): Flights are scheduled to resume on September 9, 2026. Initially, the company will operate two daily flights, later increasing the frequency to 18 weekly flights.
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Chicago: Services are set to resume on October 26, with four weekly flights.
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Washington, D.C.: Flights will resume on October 28, with three weekly flights.
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San Francisco: The final route to return will be the direct flight to San Francisco, scheduled to resume on March 30, 2027, with three weekly flights.
Israeli Carriers Expand Operations
In tandem with the return of US airlines, Israeli carriers are also boosting options for passengers traveling to New York. Israir is expected to launch its New York route later this month, while El Al and Arkia are already operating flights on this route and reinforcing their schedules.
The return of Delta and United to Israel is expected to inject substantial capacity into US-bound routes, particularly to New York, offering passengers more choices and driving competition among airlines.
