Israir

The airline is collaborating with the Enosh association to mark International Mental Health Day. As part of the initiative, flight crews are distributing special postcards and encouraging passengers at an altitude of 30,000 feet to reach out to their loved ones.

Israir has completed all requirements and received flight permits to operate routes to North America, with ticket sales expected to open shortly.

Israir has completed the regulatory process required to operate regular flights to the USA. Ticket sales are expected to open soon, and it is possible that flights will begin even before the date planned for October. At the same time, Delta and United are preparing to return to Israel next month, and the market for flights to the USA is expected to grow significantly.

Disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport continue to affect airline operations, and the Israir flight schedule has not yet returned to normal. The company reports that some flights continue to depart and land, but at the same time, a number of flights are on hold, and the entire schedule is currently affected by the disruptions at the airport.

Despite being the largest carrier, El Al ranks behind Israir in the monthly index of online purchases by Israelis. In the back-to-school sector, Delta and Fox are leading the growth.

Alongside a $32 million loss in the first half of 2026, Israir is banking on its new New York route, state compensation, and a recovery in demand to return to a growth trajectory.

In the second quarter of 2026, Israir Group recorded record revenue, but Operation "Lion's Roar", the strengthening of the shekel, and a jump in fuel prices made it a loss-making quarter. At the same time, the company received approval to sell tickets for direct flights to New York - the first entry of an Israeli competitor into one of the most profitable routes in the world.

The Israeli airline Israir presented its results for the second quarter of 2026, reporting a loss of 35.5 million dollars. The results were impacted by flight cancellations during Operation "Roar of the Lion," rising fuel prices, and currency fluctuations.

Israir has announced that it will begin selling tickets for its new New York route next Tuesday. The first flights are scheduled for October 19, 2026, pending final approval from U.S. aviation authorities.

After a long period of anticipation for federal approvals, the Israeli airline Israir has secured the right to sell tickets to the US. The company has officially opened bookings for flights starting October 19, 2026.

Ahead of the launch of the new direct route to New York, Israir CEO Uri Sirkis discusses in an exclusive interview the preparations, the timeline for regulatory approval, and the competitive pricing strategy.

The first 10,000 new applicants for the SuperFly credit card will be eligible for a free Israir flight ticket, provided they spend 10,000 shekels within four months. Existing Rami Levy customers will be automatically migrated to the new card, which offers points for flights and hotel stays. We analyze the terms and how it compares to existing market offerings.

Rami Levy, Israir, and Isracard are launching SuperFly: cardholders will accumulate dollars on every purchase to redeem on Israir flights and vacation packages, alongside unique launch benefits and savings at the Rami Levy chain.

Rami Levy, Israir, and Isracard are launching a new credit card that allows earning dollars on every daily purchase in Israel and abroad, offering a special launch benefit to the first ten thousand customers.

The airline Israir, owned by the businessman, announces a highly sought-after European destination to which it will fly three times a week, with round-trip ticket prices starting at $340.

Dutch airline KLM will resume service to Amsterdam on August 25. United Airlines returns in September with two daily flights to Newark, Israir is preparing for New York flights, and Lufthansa Group will reach up to 67 weekly flights ahead of the holidays.

Israir shareholders approved the investment deal in the new 'Super Fly' customer club with a 99% majority. The deal values the club at approximately 315 million shekels, with Israir's share reflecting a value of about 31.5 million shekels.

The airline received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority and authorization from the US Department of Transportation, and is now waiting only for the approval of the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to be able to operate flights to New York. Also: The Strauss Group is launching an initiative inviting Israelis to discover the North through trips. Events and appointments.

The airline owned by the businessman has recorded a historic peak day in its history, while simultaneously preparing for a significant expansion with the introduction of two new aircraft for long-haul flights to New York.

The airline and businessman Rami Levy have reached a significant milestone in their expansion into the American aviation market after receiving final operational approvals from Israeli authorities. The company is now awaiting final clearance from the FAA, with flights expected to launch soon.

The airline is launching a major promotion for the Tishrei holiday period and the pre-holiday season, featuring vacation packages to popular European destinations. Additionally, the company offers a "cancellation shield" that allows travelers to cancel their vacation up to a week before departure.

Many Israelis are already starting to book their Rosh Hashanah vacations, but a price check shows that even for the same destination and dates, costs can vary significantly. Choosing one airline over another can save a family tens or even hundreds of dollars. A check conducted by C14 on Tuesday revealed gaps of tens of percent for identical routes.

The Tel Aviv Small Claims Court has ordered Israir to pay 5,750 shekels to a family stranded in Austria for two weeks following a flight cancellation during Operation 'Am Kelavi'.

On Thursday, shareholders will meet to approve the deal; the airline controlled by Rami Levy and Shalom Haim will pay 15 million shekels to acquire 10% of the shares of the Rami Levy club company.

Israir has successfully completed the first day of flights to Eilat as part of the Ministry of Transport's tender, transporting approximately 2,000 passengers and establishing a vital air bridge between the southern city and the center of the country.

After a long hiatus, direct flights to Morocco are gradually returning to Israel's aviation map. Following Arkia's recent announcement, Israir is also resuming direct service to Marrakech. Flights will restart in early September, just in time for the holiday season.

The aviation loyalty program market is heating up: after the El Al frequent flyer program moved to Isracard, Israir is joining the Rami Levy and Isracard loyalty program to create a combined offering for Israeli consumers.

Israir is taking a major step toward becoming a long-haul airline. The company has received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority to commercially operate its newly acquired Airbus A330 fleet, purchased for approximately $85 million.

The Israel Securities Authority has forced Israir to postpone a shareholders' meeting regarding a transaction with Rami Levy. The regulator deemed the deal material, requiring the disclosure of additional commercial data.