El Al in the news: Israeli air travel hit by Iran conflict, missiles/debris at Ben Gurion; flights disrupted, security tightened. Flag carrier, state-backed since 1948.
Airports across the Middle East are limiting flights due to ongoing conflict with Iran, causing delays and stranded travelers. Israeli, Qatari, and Omani airports have imposed restrictions to manage congestion and security concerns amid missile threats and regional instability.
Israel has restricted outbound flights from Ben Gurion Airport to one per hour with 50 passengers, due to Iranian missile threats. Many international airlines have canceled or suspended flights, disrupting Passover travel plans. Israeli carriers are shifting some operations to neighboring airports in Egypt and Jordan.
Israeli authorities report damage to private aircraft from Iranian missile debris amid ongoing conflict. Flights are canceled or limited, with major airlines suspending services to Tel Aviv. The situation reflects escalating regional tensions and impacts international air travel.
Iran has begun resuming some international flights following a two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan. Flights from Tehran to Istanbul, Muscat, and Medina have restarted, with plans for more routes. Iran is prioritising eastern airports for safety, while other regional countries are gradually reopening airspace amid ongoing tensions.