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Air India Extends Tel Aviv Flight Suspension Through May 8 After Missile Threat

The extension follows a Houthi missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport, prompting diversions and cancellations by several airlines.

A security personnel stands at the entrance of Ben Gurion Airport following a missile attack launched from Yemen, in Tel Aviv, Israel May 4, 2025. REUTERS/Nir Elias
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Overview

  • Air India has extended its suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv until May 8, 2025, following a missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport.
  • The airline initially suspended flights until May 6 after a Delhi-to-Tel Aviv flight was diverted to Abu Dhabi on May 4 due to the security threat.
  • Air India operates five weekly flights to Tel Aviv under normal circumstances, which remain disrupted by ongoing regional security concerns.
  • Affected passengers with valid tickets for travel through May 8 are being offered a one-time waiver on rescheduling fees or full refunds for cancellations.
  • Other international carriers have also adjusted operations, diverting flights and reviewing safety protocols in response to the missile threat.