Ben Gurion Airport

A Delta Air Lines flight landing at Ben Gurion Airport was evacuated following an anonymous bomb threat. Thorough security searches revealed no suspicious items, and operations resumed normally.

An Ethiopian Airlines cargo flight was turned back from Ben Gurion Airport due to an Indonesian crew member onboard. Meanwhile, aviation security investigations expand amid suspended UAE flights and probes into transport ministry officials.

Melbourne Imam Samir Mohtadi denied links to Hammam al-Hammami, an Omani national accused of an axe attack on a Flydubai flight targeting Ben Gurion Airport.

An Austrian citizen denied entry at Ben Gurion Airport bypassed security and slipped into Israel, exposing a major infrastructure loophole that has since been fixed.

Ben Gurion Airport enforcement cameras have driven a 709% increase in fines since 2022, reminding drivers to use the new free waiting lot instead of stopping illegally.

A 20-year-old Jaffa resident was detained at Ben Gurion Airport over unresolved IDF status and held for 24 hours. Her family claims a bureaucratic error caused the mix-up.

The Israel Airports Authority accuses Minister May Golan of bypassing security protocols at Ben Gurion Airport by driving her mother into a restricted zone without screening.

British Airways and Iberia will resume daily flights to Ben Gurion Airport on October 25, boosting Israel's global connectivity and tourism recovery.

Amika, a veteran customs K-9 at Ben Gurion Airport, is celebrating her sixth birthday after four years of intercepting thousands of smuggled tobacco and nicotine products.

A Tus Airways flight from Bologna to Ben Gurion Airport was delayed after three Georgian passengers were removed for using forged passports and entry violations amid heightened Israeli security alerts.

Interrogation in the UAE reveals that terrorist Imam al-Hamami planned to crash a flydubai flight into Ben Gurion Airport. The Security Cabinet convenes as Israeli investigators join the probe into the thwarted aviation attack.

A former Ben Gurion Airport worker revealed she processed flight crews from enemy states, as Israel investigates pilots with dual nationalities following a recent hijacking attempt.

Israel is investigating foreign pilots with dual citizenship from enemy states following a thwarted hijacking attempt by a radicalized pilot who previously landed at Ben Gurion Airport.

Israeli passengers and crew thwarted a suspected terror attack on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, overpowering a rogue pilot and landing safely.

Shin Bet investigators will interrogate passengers arriving at Ben Gurion Airport following a security incident involving a co-pilot. Israel seeks jurisdiction while stranded passengers in Saudi Arabia await evacuation.

A Flydubai flight carrying Israelis triggered security alarms after broadcasting hijacking codes. Authorities now suspect the emergency was caused by a pilot brawl.

European airline crews at Air Europa and Brussels Airlines are rebelling against mandatory flights to Israel, citing safety fears and political objections.

An El Al flight from Tel Aviv to Miami returned to Israel after six hours in the air due to a technical issue. Passengers will receive a refund or alternative flight.

Israir flight IS723 to Budapest returned to Ben Gurion Airport due to a suspected technical malfunction, landing safely while passengers were transferred to a replacement plane.

Ben Gurion Airport parking lots are fully packed during the Tishrei holidays, prompting authorities to urge public transit use amid major flight delays.

Data from FlyBack shows a 23% drop in flight cancellations at Ben Gurion Airport during the busy holiday season, though dozens of delays and cancellations still affected passengers.

Arkia passengers traveling to Albania faced hours of delays at Ben Gurion Airport, with journalist Linoy Bar-Geffen documenting chaotic conditions and difficulties in canceling flights at Terminal 1.

Ben Gurion Airport expects over one million passengers during the Sukkot holiday. The Airports Authority recommends advance check-in and early arrival.

Massive queues formed at Ben Gurion Airport's foreign passport control due to staff shortages and slow computers, sparking fresh tensions between authorities and the Histadrut.

The Israel Airports Authority has demanded the U.S. Air Force remove 19 refueling aircraft from Ben Gurion Airport by late 2026 to accommodate rising civilian traffic, issuing a similar ultimatum for Ramon Airport.

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.

An El Al Boeing 777-200 flying from Paris to Ben Gurion Airport temporarily deviated from its landing path, dropping to 600 feet before executing a safe go-around and landing without incident.

An analysis of transportation and parking costs for travelers flying from Ben Gurion Airport, comparing trains, taxis, official parking lots, and third-party valet risks.

Israir airline completed its historic inaugural flight from Ben Gurion Airport to New York's JFK, marking a major milestone in the company's expansion under CEO Uri Sirkis.

An administrative petition revealed that Babylon's upcoming gaming arcade at Ben Gurion Airport's Terminal 3 is projected to generate 24 million NIS annually, with passengers paying 132 NIS for 20 minutes.

Air Canada has announced it will resume direct flights between Toronto and Tel Aviv on November 30, moving up its return from a previously scheduled date in January 2027.

A couple returning from vacation discovered a private parking service at Ben Gurion Airport used their car without permission, stole items, and left it drained and filthy.

A 19-year-old Christian permanent resident of East Jerusalem was arrested at Ben Gurion Airport by the Military Police on suspicion of being an IDF deserter, shocking her family.

Ben Gurion Airport expects over 100,000 travelers ahead of Rosh Hashanah, marking the first holiday season with near-normal international flight activity since the war began.

Israeli credit card company Cal is launching a travel benefits package for the Tishrei holidays, offering a $20 bonus on foreign currency wallets, zero-fee shopping, and airport perks.

Ben Gurion Airport faces severe flight delays due to a shortage of baggage handlers and security staff. Airlines warn of disruptions ahead of Thursday's peak travel day.

Airlines are rapidly expanding routes between Israel and Italy to meet high demand, with Italy ranking as the third top destination. Price comparisons reveal fare differences of over 160% for identical routes.

An ultra-Orthodox draft evader was arrested aboard a Wizz Air flight at Ben Gurion Airport after bypassing border control. The incident delayed the Bratislava-bound flight by an hour.

Wizz Air has announced a major expansion in Israel, resuming five frozen routes including London Gatwick and boosting frequencies on 11 existing European routes from Ben Gurion Airport.

Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air is expanding its Israeli operations, resuming 5 routes and boosting frequencies on 11 existing lines from Ben Gurion Airport to add 46 weekly flights to Europe.

The name of historian and writer Artem Kirpichenok, who went missing after arriving in Israel, has been linked to a high-profile security case. Russian media report that the indictment filed today for espionage-related activities refers to Kirpichenok, who has been out of contact since August 2.

Five suspects were arrested today on suspicion of involvement in violence and public disorder in the West Bank. Two were caught at Ben Gurion Airport before departing for Uman, and one suspect is a soldier in mandatory service. These arrests follow 11 others made in connection with events in the southern Hebron Hills.

At the peak of the rush and moments before the airlift to Uman, ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers were caught by Ben Gurion Airport security teams. A check revealed active draft orders preventing their departure from the country.

A family arrived at Ben Gurion Airport with four children, a stroller, and luggage, claiming they were forced to descend a long staircase to reach their plane. Judge Nurit Taviv-Mizrachi upheld the parents' account, ruling that their requests for assistance were ignored. El Al, having failed to provide staff testimony, must pay 5,000 shekels; the lawsuit against the Israel Airports Authority was...

About 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport during September, with a forecast of about 100,000 people per day at the airport ahead of Rosh Hashanah. The Israel Airports Authority management, the workers' committee, and the Histadrut have agreed to accelerate the recruitment process for employees to avoid a repeat of the scenes seen two weeks ago.

The severe disruptions at Israel's main entry and exit gate lead to a demand for deep structural change: these are the steps that will introduce private competition and prevent the workers' committee from holding an entire country hostage.

Following a violent incident in which a minor was wounded by a penetrating injury in Holon, police officers from the Holon station and the Ben Gurion Airport district located the suspect at the airport on his way to a flight abroad. The police are expected to request an extension of his detention for the purpose of continuing the investigation into the circumstances of the incident.

According to the Israel Airports Authority, about 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport in the coming month. To manage the influx, staff levels have been reinforced, and four peak travel dates have been identified with an expected daily volume of 100,000 passengers.

The Israel Airports Authority has finalized preparations for an unprecedented wave of congestion. Over 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport, tens of thousands will depart from Ramon and Haifa, and half a million will cross land borders. These are the busiest days and essential guidelines for travelers.

The Greek airline Blue Bird is expanding its flight offerings to additional destinations in Italy. Following Bologna, additional flights to Rome and Naples are expected to be added in the middle of next month. So how much will a ticket cost you, and does it shorten the way to the dream resort town that has become the hot destination of the summer?