El Al usually flies even in times of war. Now the airline is canceling all flights for the time being due to the acute escalation in the region. (archive picture)
Keystone
The Israeli airline El Al has canceled its flights to and from Israel scheduled for today and tomorrow due to concerns about Iranian counter-attacks. El Al usually also flies in war situations.
Keystone-SDA
13.06.2025, 06:09
SDA
"In light of the recent security developments and in accordance with the instructions of the security and aviation authorities to close the airspace over Israel, the airline El Al informs about the suspension of its flights to and from Israel," the country's largest airline announced.
"We call on passengers to prepare for an overnight stay abroad - until a change in the security situation occurs," the statement continued. Flights that were already on their way to Israel have been diverted to other airports. "All flights scheduled to depart from Israel have also been canceled until further notice." Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv had announced on its website that it was closed for all departures and arrivals until further notice.
The Swiss airline Swiss announced on its website that all flights to and from Tel Aviv would be suspended up to and including June 22. Affected passengers will be notified and rebooked on other flights if available.