Multiple Airlines Extend Flight Suspensions to Israel Amid Regional Tensions
United, American, and Delta Airlines have prolonged their flight cancellations to Tel Aviv, reflecting ongoing safety concerns due to the conflict between Israel and Iran.
- United Airlines has extended its suspension of flights from Newark to Tel Aviv until May 9, following recent escalations in the Israel-Iran conflict.
- American and Delta Airlines also delayed resuming flights, with Delta planning a return on June 7 and American in October.
- European carriers like KLM and Lufthansa continue to operate flights to Tel Aviv, despite the regional unrest.
- The conflict has significantly disrupted air travel to Israel since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023.
- El Al remains the only airline maintaining consistent direct flights from the U.S. to Israel during this period.