Airfares between Israel and New York have fallen sharply in recent weeks, giving travelers the opportunity to save hundreds of dollars as more airline competition returns to the route.

A market survey reported by Globes, using pricing data from travel platform Lastminute.co.il, found that average round-trip fares across five major airlines are now around $1,223. Israir and United currently offer some of the lowest average prices, at approximately $1,135 and $1,190, respectively, while El Al averages about $1,295.

Compared with prices checked six weeks earlier for post-holiday October travel, fares have declined by an average of roughly 25%. U.S. carriers recorded some of the steepest reductions, while Israeli airlines saw more moderate decreases.

Individual deals are even lower. United has advertised select late-November round trips starting around $790, while connecting itineraries through Europe have been listed for approximately $600 or less. Looking further ahead, some winter and early-2027 fares have appeared below $900, with certain options advertised near $650, depending on the airline, dates and itinerary.

Travel industry representatives attribute the decline partly to increased competition and additional available seats as U.S. airlines resume service and Israeli carriers expand operations. The stronger Israeli shekel against the dollar may also be helping travelers purchasing