The Airports Authority Releases Forecast for Tishrei Holidays: Tens of Thousands of Passengers Daily, New Check-In Stations, and Increased Activity Across All Crossings and Terminals in Israel
The Airports Authority has completed its preparations for the upcoming Tishrei holidays and anticipates a peak movement of approximately 2.3 million passengers passing through all IAA facilities: Ben Gurion Airport, Ramon Airport, Haifa Airport, and the land border crossings to Jordan and Sinai.
Breakdown: Ben Gurion, Ramon, Haifa, and Crossings
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Ben Gurion Airport: Approximately 2.1 million passengers are expected to pass during the holidays, with the peak day – Thursday, 18/09/2025 – expecting around 100,000 passengers on about 570 international flights.
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Ramon Airport: Expected to record a movement of about 54,000 passengers.
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Haifa Airport: Approximately 23,000 passengers are expected to pass during the period.
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Land Crossings: Jordan River Crossing (about 18,000), Rabin Crossing (about 8,000), Begin Crossing to Sinai (about 65,000) – a total of approximately 90,000 passengers.
Popular Destinations: Israelis Choose Greece, Cyprus, and the USA
The leading destinations for the holiday period are Greece, Cyprus, Italy, the Emirates, and the United States. Alongside commercial flights, there will be increased activity of dedicated charter flights to Uman between the dates 17-21/09/2025.
Upgrades and Adjustments: How Ben Gurion Prepares for the Holidays
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New G Complex on the ground floor of Terminal 3 with 26 new check-in counters.
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New Assistance Complex on the third floor – allows a complete check-in and baggage drop-off process for passengers needing assistance.
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Strengthening the Workforce across all crossings and terminals.
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Additional CT Machine at Haifa Airport – to streamline security checks and check-in.
Ministerial Remarks: “A Testament to Israel’s Resilience”
Minister of Transport Miri Regev stated:
“The return of airlines and the increase in traffic are a testament to Israel’s resilience. We have invested great efforts to bring international companies back into operation – and this is bearing fruit.”
CEO of the Ministry of Transport Moshe Ben Zaken added:
“We are working around the clock to ensure a safe and efficient experience for passengers. All parties are committed to thorough and efficient preparation for the Tishrei holidays.”
Recommendations for Passengers: How to Navigate Ben Gurion Airport Without Issues
The Israel Airports Authority recommends:
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Check in advance the terminal and floor from which the flight departs.
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Perform check-in from home and print luggage tags at the self-service stations.
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Passengers with hand luggage only, use the fast track in sector W.
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Security personnel and reservists, ensure you have not forgotten ammunition or weapons.
Holiday Greetings from the Airport
At the end of the announcement, the Israel Airports Authority wishes the entire house of Israel a happy new year and an enjoyable holiday, and requests adherence to the guidelines to ensure a peaceful and safe holiday.
