Air France A350 plane. Photo: AIR FRANCE Surprising Everyone and Returning Before All: Air France Leads the Way Back to Israel.
Ahead of Lufthansa Group and ITA Airways, which are set to resume their flights to Israel on February 1, 2025, Air France is taking the lead by renewing its flights to Israel this week, on January 25, 2025.
The French airline will operate a daily flight to Tel Aviv using the modern wide-body Airbus A350-900, delivering a significant upgrade to the travel experience.
Among other things, Air France will offer a dedicated premium class on its flights to Tel Aviv, lie-flat seats in business class, personal entertainment screens in all classes, and Wi-Fi service for every passenger.
Air France's return is significant news for the Israeli market. The company will offer its customers in Israel an extensive network of about 300 destinations in 117 countries. This includes seamless connections to highly sought-after destinations, particularly the USA, where American airlines have yet to resume flights to Tel Aviv.
Additionally, Air France’s code-share agreement with EL AL expands travel options for passengers. Together, the two airlines will operate between 5 and 8 daily flights to Paris, depending on the season, ensuring more flexibility and availability for travelers.
As previously announced, Air France temporarily suspended flights to Israel, with a planned resumption date of January 25, following their last operational day on January 24. The airline's early return signals its commitment to reconnecting with the Israeli market and meeting the growing demand for international travel.