Tel Aviv, Israel (April 14, 2026)

International airlines are beginning to recalibrate their schedules at Ben Gurion Airport as the regional ceasefire prompts a gradual reopening of service, though carriers are returning at different speeds and with varying levels of confidence. Recent reporting indicates that several foreign airlines have started restoring flights to Israel this week, while others continue to take a more cautious approach.

Among the carriers moving first is Uzbekistan Airways, which is resuming service from Tashkent and reentering the Israeli market as travel activity begins to recover. Flydubai is also expected to return soon, signaling renewed movement on one of the most important regional connections into Tel Aviv. The broader picture at Ben Gurion remains fluid, however, with airport operations expanding in phases rather than returning all at once to normal pre-conflict patterns.

Not every airline is moving on the same timetable. Wizz Air has postponed its return until early May, reflecting the continued caution among some low-cost and European carriers as they assess security conditions and operational reliability. Smartwings is also planning a later resumption, adding to the staggered nature of the recovery now underway.

The uneven rollout highlights the uncertainty still facing travelers despite the ceasefire. While Israel’s main gateway is preparing for increased traffic and more international service, many airlines are continuing to make short-term decisions and may revise schedules again if the regional situation shifts. Recent coverage of Ben Gurion’s reopening has emphasized that normalization remains incomplete, even as more carriers begin returning to the market.

For passengers, that means more options are starting to reappear, but flexibility remains essential. Airline schedules are improving, yet the return of foreign service to Israel is still developing day by day rather than all at once.