Direct Flights

Following an explicit Iranian threat and drone strikes on its territory, Nicosia is trying to calm down the public and emphasize that it is not a target in the conflict. In parallel, the US has raised the travel warning to level 3, and the island has gone on a broad security alert. The police and the National Guard are on heightened alert, and security has been increased at about 180 locations across the country

The company will establish a new wing in Terminal D at Miami International Airport, announcing plans to eliminate external boarding and add a direct connection to passport control

Australian airline Qantas will operate a seasonal route between Sydney and Sin City, with no intermediate stops. The route will operate during the city's huge events, including the CES technology show. How long will the flight take?

Starting in July 2026, the low-cost airline will operate two new direct routes from Poland to Bulgaria and Italy, with prices starting at €21 one-way

The Egyptian airline's new aircraft will be used to expand long-haul flight operations from Cairo, including direct routes to new destinations in the western United States and northern Asia

The plane landed in Baku, Azerbaijan, on a direct flight from Seattle, as part of a multi-phased plan that includes retiring the older 747s that also fly to Israel, and expanding the fleet to 20 aircraft by 2030

From August 2026, STARLUX Airlines will fly three times a week between Taipei in Taiwan, "the Heart of Asia", and Prague in the Czech Republic. The new service, operated via Airbus A350‑900, will mark the carrier’s first step into Europe with a direct link

Norwegian is expanding its Aalborg network with a new direct route to London Gatwick, starting April 2026 with fares from 299 kr (20 EUR). The new service "further strengthens London Gatwick’s strong Nordic route network"

The low-cost carrier is adding a direct route between Varna and Larnaca, operating three times a week. The new service is part of the company's expansion plans for the summer of 2026

Discover Airlines is updating the cabins on its 16 widebody aircraft. The new business class, Ocean Blue, will feature flat beds, superfast internet, and smart lighting. What about premium economy? Read all the details

**Philippines Seeks Israeli Tourists**

Air Canada will operate summer flights using a Boeing 787 Dreamliner between the vibrant Canadian city of Montreal and Israel, alongside the recently resumed route to Toronto, and the expansion of the company's European routes

Premium leisure airline beOnd now offers twice-weekly non-stop service connecting Milan to the Red Sea and AMAALA, with lie-flat seats and luxury onboard service; daa International will operate the flights

The Finnish airline will significantly expand its destination network in summer 2026, with direct flights to Lapland from Paris, Brussels, and Zurich starting this winter

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announces imminent agreement with El Al for direct flights to Argentina, despite economic challenges

Air India returns to Tel Aviv on Jan 1, 2026 with five weekly Boeing 787 flights, currently the only nonstop link between Israel and India

AnimaWings makes its debut in Israel with three weekly flights between Tel Aviv and Bucharest, offering new travel options, competitive fares, and convenient connections across Europe

Air Canada adds new summer 2026 routes to Sicily and Mallorca, resumes flights to Shanghai and Budapest, and makes Vancouver -Bangkok year-round

Strengthening U.S. Connections

After Nine Years: SAS Confirms to PassportNews its Return to Israel with Two Weekly Flights between Tel Aviv and Copenhagen. All Details, Prices, and Connections Available