Arkia

Arkia Israeli Airlines faces a class-action lawsuit over canceled direct flights to Japan after selling tickets without obtaining prior regulatory approval from Japanese authorities.

Arkia Israeli Airlines opens its 2027 flight schedule early, offering a 20% discount on 40 international destinations for bookings through November 2026.

At the Israel IT Conference 2026 in Tel Aviv, Arkia CEO Oz Berlovitz discussed AI's limited impact on ticket prices, noting a 20% workforce reduction via automation amidst ongoing operational and international route challenges.

Israeli airline Arkia announced a delay in launching its direct Tokyo route after Japanese authorities refused wet-lease operations. The company is offering affected passengers alternative connections, destination changes, or full refunds.

Arkia CEO Oz Berlovitch revealed that Cyprus is the airline's most profitable route due to low risk and high demand. In a recent interview, he also highlighted a doubling in business-class travel among Israelis.

Israeli airline Arkia is expanding its direct Tel Aviv-Bangkok route with an additional flight on October 14, offering competitive economy and business class fares.

Arkia CEO Oz Berlovitz revealed that a $1,200 economy ticket to New York leaves airlines with virtually zero profit amid soaring fuel costs, relying instead on business class and cargo.

Israeli airlines Arkia and Israir are launching rescue flights from Dubai to bring back stranded citizens after Emirati flights were suspended following a security incident over Jordan.

Flydubai's suspension of Israel flights following a cockpit incident leaves travelers seeking pricey alternatives, as Arkia adds Bangkok flights and plans Dubai routes.

Arkia launches a 48-hour flash sale offering direct flights to Bangkok, Phuket, and Hanoi for $449 one-way, including baggage and meals.

An Arkia flight from Baku to Ben Gurion Airport was diverted to Larnaca due to scheduling changes ahead of Yom Kippur, leaving angry passengers stranded on the plane for hours.

Israeli airlines remain barred from flying to Dubai until late October due to security disputes, while foreign carriers like Flydubai operate freely, threatening thousands of tickets and sparking industry outrage.

Israeli airline Arkia launched its first direct flights from Tel Aviv to Madeira in partnership with Millennium. The six-hour flight opens a new direct route to the Portuguese archipelago.

Israeli airline Arkia is offering a 50% discount on flights from Ben Gurion Airport for Sukkot destinations during a limited "White Night" flash sale, alongside expanding its wide-body fleet with a new Airbus A330-300.

Arkia has expanded its long-haul fleet by adding an Airbus A330-300 to serve the Tel Aviv-New York route, following Israir's recent entry into the market.

Arkia has cancelled its planned direct flights from Ben Gurion Airport to Ho Chi Minh City due to low demand, while doubling Hanoi flights and launching a new Manila route.

Israeli airline Arkia will launch direct flights from Tel Aviv to Manila starting January 3, 2027. The seasonal route will operate weekly using an Airbus A330, marking the first direct connection between the nations in 70 years.

An Israeli passenger has appealed to the District Court after Arkia airlines forced him to pay 23,295 NIS for 11 repatriation tickets following a flight cancellation during a military operation.

In Ezra Unger's entanglement with New York authorities, the mess in a Williamsburg real estate project was revealed, including millions in advances taken from buyers, ownership disputes, and loss of control over the building. Alongside an affidavit in which he claims he cannot pay the fine, it is alleged that in the Arkia deal, too, he is 'merely a broker who brings no money from home'.

An Arkia plane en route to Mykonos landed in Athens due to a technical malfunction. Israelis have been stuck on board for over an hour and are demanding to leave, against crew instructions. Among the passengers is music producer Skazi.

Flying cheaply during the holidays: The Israeli airline is launching a special 24-hour-only sale, covering the month of September and the sought-after Tishrei holidays — starting from $170 round trip.

The plane departing from Israel was diverted to an airport different from its destination. This led to significant delays and a tedious transfer process between countries, causing a major disruption to the flight schedule.

The Israeli airline has announced last-minute deals, allowing Israelis to enjoy flights to favorite destinations at rock-bottom prices. As part of the "Flight Market" campaign, flights to Greece and Europe are offered starting from $49 one-way.

At a festive ceremony, new captains were certified for Arkia's fleet. Adar Medutzki achieved a double milestone, becoming the company's first female jet captain and the first to serve as a captain alongside her father.

Chaos at Ben Gurion Airport is impacting flight schedules: Arkia airline reports that several flights are delayed due to operational disruptions caused by the ongoing strike.

The Israeli airline, Arkia, has resumed flights from Israel to Morocco after three years, and the first flight landed in Marrakech yesterday. This route is expected to operate twice a week with prices starting from about $500.

According to Oz Berlovich, the delays stem from operational problems at Ben Gurion Airport - "but we take responsibility"; on flights on Shabbat: "There is a business justification for this"

Israir has announced that it will begin selling tickets for its new New York route next Tuesday. The first flights are scheduled for October 19, 2026, pending final approval from U.S. aviation authorities.

At the peak of the summer and holiday season, Israeli airline Arkia announced it will not resume flights to Dubai, which were suspended by Shin Bet orders, until at least September 23.

The incident that took place this past weekend at Amsterdam Airport managed to cause great concern in the aviation world, as it raises the question of how a passenger could board the wrong plane. Following this saga, a technical malfunction was also discovered on the plane.

The Histadrut and Arkia management have signed a collective agreement for aircraft maintenance staff, securing salary increases and expanded social benefits through the end of 2028.

Arkia airline is launching a special promotion, offering a 15% discount on vacation packages for August and the Tishrei holidays. The limited-time offer includes the most popular destinations, including Greece, Cyprus, London, and Thailand.

The Israeli airline surprises passengers and offers discounted tickets even on weekends, but who is the main target audience that will receive this special benefit and what are the conditions for receiving it?

At the peak of the summer season, passengers on an Arkia flight encountered drama just before landing at their destination. Due to weather conditions that prevented landing, the plane was forced to divert to another airport.

The Israeli airline took off last night for New York using a new Boeing 787-900 Dreamliner. The fleet expansion comes in response to growing demand at the peak of the summer season.

Many Israelis are already starting to book their Rosh Hashanah vacations, but a price check shows that even for the same destination and dates, costs can vary significantly. Choosing one airline over another can save a family tens or even hundreds of dollars. A check conducted by C14 on Tuesday revealed gaps of tens of percent for identical routes.

Spir Ifragan has announced her departure after a short tenure overseeing revenue, route networks, and commercial operations at the Israeli airline. The company has not yet provided a response.

Arkia is strengthening its service division with the appointment of Mira Fizitzki as Director of Customer Experience. CEO Oz Berlovitz stated this move is a key pillar in the company's ongoing modernization efforts.

The Histadrut has demanded that Arkia owners, the Nakash brothers, ensure that any sale of the airline includes a condition to continue flights on Shabbat. The union fears that a deal with Haredi investors could jeopardize the company's financial stability.

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv basketball club and Arkia airline have extended their partnership for a third consecutive season. The airline will remain the official carrier for the team's EuroLeague and Winner League matches.

Flight delays have not spared any airline, but Arkia has faced sharp criticism on the web in recent days. Oz Berlovich: "I'm not trying to downplay it, but 92% of our flights depart on time."

After Arkia claimed that the reality stars were taking revenge on it following a late arrival for a flight, they launched a sharp counter-attack regarding the incident at the airport and revealed a surprising statement by a company flight attendant.

Amid security tensions, many Israelis chose to fly with local airlines for peace of mind, only to face flight delays and a lack of support from Arkia.