Delta Air Lines has announced the resumption of direct flights between New York and Ben Gurion Airport starting September 6, following a reassessment of the security situation in the region. The route will operate daily using Airbus A330-900neo aircraft, providing a significant additional option for travelers between Israel and the USA. A significant announcement for travelers to the United States: Delta Air Lines is returning to Israel. The American airline has announced it will resume next month the direct route between JFK Airport in New York and Ben Gurion Airport. This is not just a few flights; the company plans to operate the route daily. The first flight from New York will depart on September 6, 2026 and will land in Israel the following morning. The first flight in the opposite direction, from Ben Gurion to New York, will depart on September 7 and will land in New York later that day.
Direct Flight Every Day
Delta’s return is particularly significant due to the planned frequency. The company plans to operate one direct flight every day between New York and Tel Aviv, thereby adding hundreds of seats daily to the supply between Israel and one of the most sought-after destinations among Israelis. For passengers, this also means increased options on the route to the USA, at a time when the transatlantic flight market from Israel continues to evolve.
This is the Aircraft Delta Will Send to Israel
The route will be operated using Delta’s wide-body Airbus A330-900neo aircraft. The aircraft will offer several of the company’s service classes, including Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort, and Delta Main Cabin. This means the company is returning to Ben Gurion with a wide-body aircraft suited for long-haul flights, offering a range of service levels—from economy class to the company’s premium product.
Delta: We Assessed the Security Situation
The return to Israel is not happening in a vacuum. According to Delta, the decision to resume service was made after a comprehensive assessment of developments in the security situation in the region. The company emphasizes that passenger and employee safety remains a top priority and that it will continue to monitor the situation in coordination with aviation authorities and relevant government agencies. In other words, while the flight schedule has been set, as we’ve learned in recent years, the operations of foreign airlines in Israel continue to depend on security developments.
Important News on the Way to New York
The return of a major American airline with daily service is particularly important news for the Israeli market. New York is one of the main destinations for Israeli travelers, and any significant addition of seats to the route may increase options and competition for passengers. Starting September 7, if there are no further changes to the flight schedule, Israelis will once again be able to board a direct Delta flight from Ben Gurion to JFK. And after a long period in which foreign companies have repeatedly changed, canceled, and renewed their operations in Israel, the mere return with a flight every day is certainly good news for travelers. Click here to find the best flight deals Flight Hunter Click here to join the Flight Hunter WhatsApp group
