Summary Delta, United, and American Airlines have extended their flight suspensions to Israel due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Global carriers, including Ryanair and the Lufthansa Group, have also suspended flights to Tel Aviv amid the conflict. Some carriers have had to reroute flights to avoid airspace in the region, leading to longer routes for some services.
With the situation in the Middle East still volatile, major carriers around the world, including the big three US airlines, continue to suspend flights to Israel. Delta Air Lines has extended its flight suspension until September end, while United and American’s suspension will also last for several more months. Delta extends flight suspension Delta Air Lines has extended its flight suspension to Israel until September 30.
Nonstop services between the United States and Israel have once again taken a severe hit following the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Delta had previously decided to suspend the Tel Aviv-New York JFK flights in August. However, given the tension in the Middle East, the carrier has decided to err on the side of caution and extend the suspension until the end of September.
United and American flights remain suspended Earlier this month, United Airlines had also suspended its Tel Aviv flights from Newark indefinitely for security reasons. The airline flew daily between the two airports and will now monitor the geopolitical situation closely before resuming service. A few days ago, it was repor.