American Airlines has extended its suspension of flights to Israel until September 2025, removing booking options from its website. Originally set to resume in May 2024, the decision followed an Iranian attack on Israel in April 2024. This has raised concerns among other airlines like Delta Air Lines, British Airways, and EasyJet, which had planned to resume flights in March and April 2025. With American airlines out of the market, El Al Israel Airlines now monopolizes flights to North America, potentially increasing ticket prices and revenue for the Israeli carrier.
In parallel, Air France has suspended flights over the Red Sea due to safety concerns after a luminous object was detected over Sudan. This precautionary measure underscores the heightened geopolitical tensions in the region. Other international airlines, including Aegean Airlines, Air India, and Lufthansa, have also canceled or suspended flights to Israel and surrounding areas, reflecting the ongoing instability and security risks in the region.
