Flights

Renewed Moscow-Damascus flights signal revival of ties after Assad's fall - analysis

Syria is expanding its airline network, adding flights from numerous countries over the past year as Damascus seeks to reconnect with the region and Europe.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa shake hands during a meeting at the Kremlin in Moscow on January 28, 2026.
Haifa Airport.

900 new parking spots: Haifa Airport prepares for surge in passenger numbers

Israelis at Ben Gurion Airport.

Massive delays at Ben-Gurion partially due to presence of US refueling tankers, authority admits

Niv Sultan and Deni Avdija for FLY CARD.

The redemption test: Which travel credit card actually gets you on a flight?


Two or three European airlines could go bankrupt because of fuel squeeze, says Ryanair CEO

Wizz Air called Ryanair’s bankruptcy suggestions “categorically untrue."

WIZZ AIR Plane.

Plane crash near Juba, South Sudan, kills all 14 aboard, civil aviation authority confirms

A Cessna 208 crashed near Juba, killing 14, including 2 Kenyans, after losing communication during flight, SSCAA confirmed.

A Cessna 208B Grand Caravan (foreground); illustrative.

Samsonite luggage takes prime-time spotlight in Big Brother Israel 2026

The brand’s UPSCAPE summer edition entered the Reshet 13 reality show with bold limited-edition colors, a 145-liter capacity, and a recommended price of NIS 1,550.

UPSCAPE Samsonite luggage

El Al expands in a big way: Here’s what’s planned for the new fleet

El Al is purchasing six Boeing 787-9 aircraft with an option for six more. Some will be upgraded to the 787-10 model, with the fleet expected to grow from 17 aircraft to 28 by decade’s end.

El Al aircraft.

Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights as fuel costs surge, travel expert warns of more turmoil ahead

The company primarily targets less profitable routes from Germany’s two largest hubs. Affected passengers are being notified and offered alternative travel dates.

 An Airbus A320-214 passenger aircraft of Lufthansa airline, takes off from Malaga-Costa del Sol airport, in Malaga, Spain, May 3, 2024.

Revolution at 30,000 feet: Airline launches sleeping pods in economy class

Air New Zealand introduces economy sleeping pods on ultra-long-haul flights, offering passengers four hours of rest for an extra fee, targeting travelers who cannot afford business class.

New service in Business Class.

This is what El Al’s new luxury lounge looks like after the renovation

Following a comprehensive renovation, the luxury lounge in Terminal 3 is reopening with new seating areas, workspaces, and advanced infrastructure for the company’s Top Platinum customers.

El Al Top Platinum Lounge.

Israeli dies in Turkey after collapsing during Moldova-Israel flight

The Foreign Ministry is accompanying the deceased's family and is working with Turkish authorities to bring their remains for burial in Israel.

A Turkish ambulance in Ankara, pictured October 2024; illustrative.

Samsonite launches INTUO luggage series in Israel ahead of summer 2026 travel season

Roltime Group offers award-winning hard-shell suitcases at special prices for travelers preparing for the summer holiday season.

The INTUO series is currently available at Samsonite retail stores across Israel.

The 12 countries that are cheapest to travel to in each month of 2026

Why should you fly right now to the Greek islands, and how much will a night in Poland cost you next month? Here are the destinations that are most worthwhile to visit in each and every month.

suitable for April. Europe Park in Germany