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$580 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Tel Aviv

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Cheapest round-trip
$1,045
Typical prices: $1,536-$1,018
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/5Fri 11/13
JFK - TLV • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,069
Typical prices: $1,772-$1,228
Delta
Sun 9/13Fri 10/16
JFK - TLV • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from New York to Tel Aviv (NYC-TLV)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Tel Aviv that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Tel Aviv

Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Nov 13
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 10:55 pm
JFK
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TLV
21h 00m
1 stop
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11:40 pm - 3:45 pm
TLV
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JFK
23h 05m
1 stop
$1,045Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:30 pm - 1:30 pm
LGA
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TLV
16h 00m
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11:55 am - 8:58 pm
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LGA
16h 03m
1 stop
$1,045Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Nov 7
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1:50 pm - 1:00 pm
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TLV
16h 10m
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JFK
19h 30m
1 stop
$1,046Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 11
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5:35 pm - 3:10 am
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TLV
26h 35m
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2:30 pm - 1:15 pm
TLV
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JFK
29h 45m
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$1,047ITA Airways
Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 16
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TLV
26h 35m
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29h 25m
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$1,048ITA Airways
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 13
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4:45 pm - 10:15 am
LGA
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TLV
34h 30m
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11:55 am - 8:58 pm
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LGA
16h 03m
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$1,053Air Canada
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 3
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TLV
16h 00m
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11:55 am - 10:33 pm
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LGA
17h 38m
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$1,055Air Canada
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10:50 pm - 7:50 pm
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$1,318LOT
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EWR
20h 39m
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Tel Aviv flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Tel Aviv to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Tel Aviv?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Tel Aviv departing in October.

What is the cheapest New York to Tel Aviv flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York to Tel Aviv costs $1,041 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Tel Aviv (TLV). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 1% cheaper than other New York-Tel Aviv routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Tel Aviv?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to Tel Aviv clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to Tel Aviv, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Tel Aviv, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Tel Aviv?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Tel Aviv, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Tel Aviv is January, where tickets cost $1,111 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,544 and $1,466 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Tel Aviv?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,234 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Tel Aviv?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Tel Aviv, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Tel Aviv, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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KAYAK's tips to save more on a New York to Tel Aviv flight

When planning a trip from New York to Tel Aviv, there are several factors to consider to ensure you get the best deal. Generally, the cheapest day of the week to fly is Friday, while the cheapest month is February.

Route Choice: Opt for flights from JFK to TLV for the cheapest route.

Booking Time: Book your flight at least 180 days in advance for the best prices.

Airline Selection: Air Europa generally offers the cheapest flights for this route.

Flight Type: Direct flights are more expensive, consider flights with layovers to save money.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$580
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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When to book flights from New York to Tel Aviv

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Tel Aviv based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Tel Aviv

  • Is parking available at JFK?

    Yes, JFK offers many convenient parking options. It includes the Green Lot in Terminals 1 and 2, the Blue Lot in Terminal 4, the Yellow Lot in Terminal 5, the Orange Lot in Terminal 7 and the Red Lot in Terminal 8. All parking lots within the terminals can be easily accessed using the AirTrain. Note that cash payments are only accepted in the Green Lot in Terminals 1 and 2. Most lots accept payments through credit and debit cards such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover and EZ-Pass Plus. You can also use Samsung Pay, Google Pay and Apple Pay.

  • What assistance is given to special needs passengers at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)?

    If you're a special needs passenger traveling to Tel Aviv, TLV has you covered. It offers accessible restrooms, telephones, lifts, ramps and elevated pedestrian crossings. Additionally, there are parking spaces reserved for passengers with disabilities in the Short Term Garage. For transportation within TLV, the airport provides wheelchair-accessible vehicles. Be sure to ask your airline in advance to arrange for these special assistance services.

  • Is smoking permitted inside the terminal at John F. Kennedy International (JFK)?

    Smoking is not permitted inside the terminal buildings. However, designated smoking areas are available outside each terminal.

  • What is the best way for someone to drop me off at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) for my flight from New York to Tel Aviv?

    Passengers can be dropped off curbside at any of Newark Airport's three terminal buildings, but please note that drivers must remain with their vehicles at all times, and parking or waiting is not permitted on the airport roadways at any time.

  • What are the most sustainable airlines flying from New York to Tel Aviv?

    Around 3,719 kg of CO2 is emitted per passenger on flights from New York to Tel Aviv. British Airways, Turkish Airlines and EL AL operate some of the most eco-friendly flights on this route, emitting about 33% less CO2. Approximately 50% of CO2 emissions result from landing and takeoff. As such, prioritize nonstop flights to fly more sustainably. Also, remember to pack light and use reusable plastics.

  • What are the common stopover options for flights from New York to Tel Aviv?

    The layover options for flights from New York to Tel Aviv vary depending on your airline and departure airport. If you fly out from JFK to TLV on a one-stop flight, expect a layover in Rome, London or Paris. For layovers within the US, consider flying with Delta, which offers one-stop flights from JFK with a common layover in Boston. If you fly out from EWR, expect a layover in either Istanbul or Toronto.

  • What is the fastest way to clear customs and immigration when arriving at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)?

    VIP Service at Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) offers immediate, stress-free travel and eliminates waiting at counters. Enjoy fast-track exclusive priority lane access through passport control, security checks and customs without waiting in line. After the arrival of your aircraft, relax in comfort and convenience in the dedicated lounge.

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to downtown Tel Aviv?

    Tel Aviv Airport shuttles cost around $20 per person and operate from the airport to the town center. Travelers can pre-book a specific pickup time to avoid waiting upon their arrival at the airport. All pickups include flight monitoring in case of delays, as well as waiting time.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Tel Aviv?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Tel Aviv was $580 for a one-way ticket and $1,045 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Tel Aviv?

    A passport is required to fly from New York to Tel Aviv.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Tel Aviv?

    When flying out of New York you will be using one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be landing at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Tel Aviv?

    Only SAUDIA offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Tel Aviv flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Tel Aviv?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Tel Aviv flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Tel Aviv?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Tel Aviv, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Tel Aviv?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from New York to Tel Aviv on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Tel Aviv, Emirates or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Tel Aviv are Emirates and Delta. With an average price for the route of $972 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,471 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Tel Aviv?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Tel Aviv.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Tel Aviv?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tel Aviv from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Tel Aviv?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Tel Aviv with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Tel Aviv?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tel Aviv from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Tel Aviv

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,029 or less one-way and $1,615 or less round-trip.
  • Before embarking on long flights from New York to Tel Aviv, the last thing any savvy traveler wants is to navigate through traffic to reach the airport. Instead, why not spend the night at the Courtyard New York JFK Airport, conveniently located at the entrance to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)? This entirely smoke-free hotel offers free Wi-Fi and parking, provides breakfast before your flight and offers complimentary airport transportation.
  • Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport offers many convenient perks that are not always available in other large international airports. These include free wireless internet access throughout the terminal, 24-hour duty-free shopping and complimentary luggage trolleys. To use the trolleys, simply provide a deposit via credit card, which will be refunded upon return of the cart.
  • Since it's advisable for travelers to arrive well before flights from New York to Tel Aviv, you may find yourself with quite a bit of time to spare before your trip. A great way to pass the time is by visiting the American Airlines Admirals Club. This club is open to all first and business class passengers on American Airlines. Alternatively, if you're not an American passenger, you can purchase a day pass for around $59.
  • Get into the Middle Eastern state of mind before your flight from New York to Tel Aviv by grabbing a bite to eat at Eat & Go Istanbul, located in Terminal 1 at JFK.
  • You're welcome to visit the shops at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) for any last-minute shopping before your flight. Check out International Shoppes Duty-Free for watches, leather bags, jewelry and other travel accessories. For leisure apparel, footwear, eveningwear and business attire, stop by Hugo Boss in Terminal 8.
  • Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) is a major international hub in Tel Aviv. Terminal 3 facilitates international travel, while Terminal 1 handles domestic and international flights. TLV offers free airport shuttle buses for inter-terminal transit. To travel from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3, passengers can use the buses located at Terminal 1 Gate 4.
  • JFK is the ideal option for flights to Tel Aviv from New York City. It offers the most nonstop flights to Tel Aviv and is easily accessible by public transportation, surpassing both Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
  • Traveling mothers seeking a peaceful space to pump or breastfeed are welcome to use the Nursery Room at TLV. Situated next to the Duty-Free Area, it is equipped with a crib, changing tables, sink, microwave and power outlets.
  • JFK International Air Terminal 4 (JFKIAT) Pet Relief Areas operates Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, which is the only non-airline, privately-operated terminal at JFK. Inside Terminal 4, there is a 70-square-foot pet bathroom, complete with green turf and a red fire hydrant. The room is marked with a paw print and includes dog waste bags and a hose for cleaning the area. It is located in Terminal 4 Concourse B between Gate B31 and B33 (post-security).
  • If you are looking for a place to stay near Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), consider the Kfar Habad Country House, located just a short distance from the airport terminal buildings in Kefar H̱abad. The property offers free WiFi and features a garden where guests can relax. All units come with full kitchens. Additionally, the country house serves a buffet breakfast daily and provides a grill for guests to use. Visitors can also enjoy cycling in the peaceful neighborhood or take advantage of the property's sun terrace.

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New York to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Monday

Arkia,EL AL

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Tuesday

Arkia,EL AL

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Wednesday

Arkia,EL AL

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Thursday

Arkia,EL AL

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Saturday

EL AL

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Sunday

Arkia,EL AL

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Direct returns

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl to New York

Monday

Arkia,EL AL

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Tuesday

Arkia,EL AL

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Wednesday

Arkia,EL AL

Arkia,EL AL

Thursday

Arkia,EL AL

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Friday

Arkia,EL AL

Arkia,EL AL

Sunday

Arkia,EL AL

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from New York to Tel Aviv

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 8404 reviews
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On time! There were plenty of airport employees who were able to keep us moving in the right direction. The crew on the plane were professional.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
JFK - ATL
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On time! There were plenty of airport employees who were able to keep us moving in the right direction. The crew on the plane were professional.

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

WiFi didn’t work. Flight delayed 3 hours Crew members were illiterate Seat lean back did not work.

Transparency from pilots, quick boarding and exiting the plane, staff greeted to each and everyone,

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

Flight delayed. Air broken. Cabin was hot enough to pass out. Delta shuttle’s becoming worse and worse.

my mom urmila patel needed a wheelchair which was not available on the curbside. she needed to walk almost 50 meters inside (at the risk of falling) and then had to wait in line to get a wheelchair (this is not ok). Once obtained she had to seat in it for 30-45 minutes for someone to take her in thru the checkin process (which was fairly smooth and easy). the lady who helped her with her checkin process was very courteous and helpful

Excellent service, I love the soft blush pink mood lighting on the 767-400ER during meal service. The overhead gasper vents on the 767-400ER were also very strong with a lot of airflow to keep me comfortable on my flight.

The service, the crew, the cleanliness, and most of all, the comfort and space between seats in the economy class was excellent! The seat spacing was better than all my international flights in recent memory.

I stood in line for two hours חודא to drop off my suitcase. When I arrived just before the gate closed and asked to drink the water I bought a minute before boarding, the flight attendant rushed me to throw away the bottle and get on the plane. She spoke rudely, even though I had been standing in different lines for 3 hours; I felt bad and needed water. The delay was the airline's fault, not my fault. I expected understanding, not rudeness.

Extremely expensive airlines! Very tights leg room although I was upgrading my seats. Flights attendants hit you when they walk by due to very narrow gap. Food was bad. Cold AC, they did not agree to change it. Wi-Fi did not work. Do yourself a favor and avoid ElAl!

The space between my knees and the chair in front of me was the smallest I’ve ever seen. I could not reach the blanket that was on the floor. The entertainment included very many Israeli movies and tv shows. The El Al app did not update to tell me the gate. The most important thing you should know is that El Al is very security conscious. Prepare to go through a security check at the gate. They look through the passport and boarding pass, through your carry on bags, ask questions, etc. Then they give you a sticker and only then can you board. So get to the gate about half an hour before you would otherwise.

The entertainment was mostly Israeli movies and tv shows. Food was good though. Flight was incredibly full with very religious Orthodox Jews. Maybe they had a convention.

Flight was super full. I had to check in my carry on bag. They didn’t give me a seat until the very last minute - during boarding.

We got upgrade to premium It’s another way and feeling flying premium then economy…

Clearly an inexperienced cabin crew. Boarding took much longer than usual. Food took much longer to be distributed than usual.

Poor service! If I can I will never fly with them again.

Great quality food. clean cabin and bathrooms. Fast boarding and overall comfortable flight for the duration and times.

I'm a United 1K member and have ben for 10 years. The gate agent had no control over the boarding process and had us passengers queued for hours as delays were announced. On the plane, the overhead air nozzle was broken so col over was powering through on me and the passenger next to me. Not a great experience for a million miler on United. Feel free to contact me. Josh Smigel - DM426089

Everything was the best it could be. Crew found me with pre- ordered food. Excellent experience!

Improve the food offerings and cabin seating. My wife would prefer to fly another airline, even with a connection for a more comfortable trip. A 737-8 should not be scheduled for a 6 hour segment, which turned into 7.5 hours due to the origin ground delay.

Check in was chaotic with only one counter for business class and first class. The luggage conveyor belt at JFK airport was broken so the flight departure was delayed which made the flight stressful as I had a tight connection. Although the captain said they could make up the delay, they didn’t do so.

As I wrote earlier, poor planning and/or communication. At least twice, we were told that we would be boarding in less than ten minutes, only to have the flight again delayed at least another hour.

Cree was organized and pleasant. Plane had good seating but as it’s a shuttle toilets hadn’t been thoroughly cleaned (eg. bins too full)

All good flight was 35 minutes early when arriving in Edinburgh

Flight left on time, arrived early, pleasant staff provided water, coffee, etc. access to bathrooms was reasonable and were well maintained. blankets were available, lots of entertainment options. LUGGAGE SERVICE WAS GREAT. I got my one checked bag quickly and was able to make a bus connection for a 2 hour bus ride saving me from waiting another 1.5 hours.

I had a good time. However, I paid for the wifi and it was in and out the whole flight.

They promise free wi-fi prior to boarding and then once on board you are informed you have to purchase wifi even after being a mileagePlus member.

Crazy and confusing check in process for connecting international flights. Extremely uncomfortable seats in economy, bad in flight service with useless attendants, 10 year old movie selection, inedible food + only 1 full meal for 12+ hours long flight - 2nd snack was a cold bun with 1 slice of tomato and 1 slice of cucumber; 3rd was 2 breads - 1 hot and 1 cold. Finally absolute bad information on arrival time - in flight suggested we will reach at 12 AM until last minute, when we landed it was 1:15 PM

ITA has these new Airbus A330 Neo that hates economy class passengers. The seats have absolutely no cushion to a point where it hits your spine constantly and reminds you to fork out for premium economy or don’t travel next time. The food was absolutely horrible, ETA mentioned 3 meals for 12 hour flight but it was mostly 1 meal and 2 light snacks. I am vegetarian, so my 2’d food was 1 slice of tomato, 1 cucumber on a dry cold bun. The other 2 meals were disgusting. My young one threw up the entire time. Flight attendants were the cherry on top - plain bad. They would skip servicing drinks to some passengers completely and if you call for an attendant, they will come and stop the button on top without even asking you what you need. I would avoid ITA by all means - there are plenty of options including SAS for same routes with better seats and humane treatment.

Nice flight. Uneventful, very good crew, comfortable seats. Pleasant experience.

Our flight was changed to a day we could not travel so we cancelled it. Will never use kayak again

ITA cancelled fligh rebooked with Lufthansa. Flight good, but 2hour connection in Frankfurt was HORRIBLE, took 1.9 hours to get through scanner, customs, another security, got to gate after running all the way, so caught it but stressful and terrible start to trip.

The boarding process was organized and efficient, and the crew was friendly and attentive throughout the flight. Food and drinks were typical economy class, but good. The aircraft was old, and the restroom was not very clean. However, we arrived on time, so overall the experience was good.

In Prem Econ, safe and timely flight, good amount of space, mostly comfortable seats. Little irritants: When lying down, seat kept shifting on me...as a short person w/light weight, my seat often reverted to semi-upright. Footrest was broken. TV screen didn't work, after I asked a few times a FA rebooted it to work again. And food was marginal. I don't expect much from airplane food...surprisingly, ITA didn't even meet expectations.

Flight was canceled. Rebooked on Lufthansa Also Canceled. Had to pay 3000 more per person and fly Alaska to EWR and fly emirates to Athens.

Our flight was cancelled the day before our trip and we we put on a Turkish Airline flight that got us in half a day later.

The flight I initially booked from Los Angeles to Florence. I made sure had a layover of about 90 minutes in Rome, so there’d be enough time to connect. A couple weeks before the flight for some reason I was updated that that flight had changed and I was only gonna have 60 minutes to connect. From LAX we were delayed by 45 minutes meaning making the connection was unlikely. The crew informed me that my connecting flight would not wait and they would rebook me on one four or five hours later. I wasn’t happy, but I accepted it. It is what it is. Except when we got closer, two separate flight attendant approached me eagerly and said they had great news that my connecting flight would in fact wait for me, but I needed to hurry through the airport so they didn’t have to wait too long. I was first off the flight. I ran about 4000 steps. And got through passport control all in under 15 minutes. When I arrived to my gate, I was greeted by a flight attendant there who was completely indifferent, said they didn’t hold the plane and they just closed the doors. Had they even held it for two minutes I would’ve made it. She simply told me that the flight attendant on my flight lied about the plane being held, and that they do it all the time. These were all employees of the same company ITA. I was absolutely livid at her indifference and having been lied to and then having to wait five hours and waste a day in Europe at an airport.

Awful. Got charged full price for bags at the airport because there is no way to pay in advance even though it says you can. Plane wasn’t loaded with enough paper cups for the whole flight to even have water.

From New York to Tel Aviv, the flight was horrible unfortunately we were delayed standing in the aircraft for four hours, when we got off Tel Aviv, the belt was broken and we had to wait additional two hours for our suitcases. Finally, when I received my suitcases one of them was broken and when I got home the entire content all of my clothes and gifts were soaked in water, since they broke my suitcase and due to the fact that the suitcase was outside in the rain, I tried to contact arkia, but couldn’t get in touch. Also my suitcases was returned however they made me pay additional 100 shekel for a replacement and the suitcase that they broke was much more expensive than the one they replaced overall the experience from JFK to Tel Aviv was horrible, not comfortable by all means and to top it all up all of my gifts and content was soaked. I had to dry clean all of it.

As a low-cost flight, I understood that not all amenities would be included. However, booking through a Kayak agent rather than directly with the airline created significant issues. We were unable to add checked bags in advance and had to pay $140 per bag at check-in. We also couldn't select seats and were assigned to the last row. Most frustratingly, there was no customer support available—neither Arkia (who didn't answer phone calls or emails) nor AirfareAssist (who also didn't respond to emails) could help resolve these issues. Once aboard, the flight experience met expectations for a low-cost carrier. No complaints there. Recommendation: Book directly with the airline to avoid these third-party booking complications.

The flight was 3 hours late. No notice in advance. The plane was not clean.

I wasn’t registered for the Flight Took them long time to approve Thanks god, the flight wasn’t full. After they approved to let me fly, they fight with me about luggage ( I paid in advance for 2) It was a nightmare The airplane was very dirty and I was very disappointed I will never fly with Arkia

This airline is known for shifting flights timetable, cancelling them altogether and overall you feel that you are in a charter flight (oh they do that too quite often). Rates aren't so cheap to make up for the overall experience so it is advised to mind the alternatives before booking.

The flight was cancelled. I'm still waiting for a refund from the agent from which I made the order on Kayak app

TERRIBLE. THE ONLINE CHECK-IN REQUIRED CHOOSING FROM A DROP-DOWN MENU THE AIRPORT OF DEPARTURE. PARIS WAS NOT A CHOICE AND COULD NOT BE ENTERED MANUALLY. THE WHEELCHAIR SERVICE RESPONSIBLE TO TAKE ME From My Arrival Delta three hours in advance refused to take me from Terminal 2 to Terminal 3 without the Arkiya Boarding pass. I was helpless and missed the flight to TLV. I had to buy a separate ticket one way on Elal at 14:30 from Terminal 3 and PAY $715. ADDITIONAL MONEY. I DEMAND THAT ARKIYA REIMBURSE ME FOR THAT $715.00 DUE TO THEIR INOPERATIVE ONLINE CHECK IN THAT PREVENTED. ME FROM MAKING THE FLIGHT

Crew was super nice, boarding was fast (all trolleys were asked to be checked in), no entertainment at all, food - well, better if one brings ones own, and, surprisingly, they kept the schedule. This time around - 2 thumbs up.

I liked: Helpful, informative, pleasant crew. Could be Better: Check in. Stowage space General cleanliness especially toilets. Ugh!

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