The merger of Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines, worth approximately $1.5 billion, is expected to create one of the largest leisure airlines in the US, with approximately 22 million passengers per year, a fleet of approximately 195 aircraft, and a network of 650 routes
On the path to establishing Cyprus as a year-round tourist destination: Larnaca and Paphos ports conclude 2025 with a historic record in passenger traffic, double-digit growth, strengthening of the winter season and deepening of air connectivity
Wizz Air is expanding its footprint with new routes between Spain, Albania, Greece, and Hungary, focusing on affordable direct travel in Western and Southern parts of Europe
Emirates will offer Premium Economy on more than 84 routes this summer, adding flights to destinations including Rome, Cochin, and Karachi. Copenhagen, Phuket, and Cape Town will receive additional daily flights; Rome, Taipei, and Mexico City will join Premium Economy destinations
El Al has announced the expansion of its codeshare agreement with SAS, the Scandinavian airline that recently resumed operations in Israel. From now on, direct SAS flights between Tel Aviv and Copenhagen will be available on the El Al website, along with frequent flyer club points
Taiwan’s STARLUX Airlines introduces its first A350-1000, joining a fleet of 10 A350-900s. The aircraft will serve long-haul routes to Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific
OAG data shows routes in Asia overwhelmingly led global air traffic in 2025, while international rankings were also dominated by short-haul Asian flights. The Jeju–Seoul Gimpo route topped OAG’s 2025 list with 14.4 million seats
Air France has introduced a limited-time offer for Tel Aviv departures, applying a $93 discount to base fares on eligible global routes
Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air continues to expand its operations, announcing 10 new routes in Europe; most will open for the 2026 summer season
The world's largest airline continues to expand with 15 new domestic routes, strengthening operations at home ports and connecting small cities to the network. In total, the company has reached nearly 250 destinations within the US
