Following a Houthi ballistic missile attack on May 4, 2025, which struck near Ben Gurion International Airport, injuring six people and temporarily halting operations, numerous international airlines have cancelled flights to and from Israel due to heightened security concerns.
The attack, coupled with escalating regional tensions and Israel’s planned expansion of military operations in Gaza, has led to a wave of suspensions, leaving Israeli carriers like El Al, Arkia, and Israir as the primary operators, often at higher fares.
Below is a detailed summary of the current flight cancellation status, based on the latest available information.
- United Airlines: New York to Israel until May 19
- Delta Airlines: Cancelled until May 19.
- American Airlines: Flights cancelled indefinitely, with some reports specifying suspensions until September 2025.
- Cathay Pacific: Flights cancelled until October 2025.
- EasyJet: Flights cancelled until June 1, 2025.
- Croatia Airlines: Flights cancelled indefinitely
- .Emirates: Flights suspended indefinitely.
- Virgin Atlantic: Permanently suspended all flights to Israel, closing the London-Tel Aviv route.
Travelers should expect further cancellations as airlines reassess the situation, particularly with Israel’s military escalation and potential retaliatory strikes against the Houthis. Monitor airline websites, the Israel Airports Authority, and travel advisories for real-time updates.
