The missile strike on May 4, 2025, marked the first time a Houthi projectile impacted so close to Ben Gurion’s terminal, prompting a brief airport closure and widespread cancellations.
Although the airport reopened within 30 minutes, many foreign airlines are adopting a cautious approach, monitoring the situation before resuming flights.
Despite the cancellations, several airlines continue to operate flights to and from Israel, often with adjusted schedules:
Israeli Carriers:
Other Carriers:
- Flydubai (eight daily flights)
- Etihad Airways
- Blue Bird Airways
- TUS Airways
- Hainan Airlines
- Uzbekistan Airways
- Azerbaijan Airlines
- Bulgaria Air
- Bees Romania
- Corendon Airlines
- Electra Airways
- GullivAir
- Sky
El Al has capitalized on the situation, with shares rising nearly 7% and a 49% increase in 2025, driven by record profits. The airline is offering capped fares to support stranded passengers and reservists. However, the lack of competition has led to higher fares, prompting Israel’s Knesset to propose aviation law changes to reduce cancellation penalties and lure back foreign carriers.
