United Airlines announced on Tuesday that it will resume flights from the U.S. to Israel on July 21, which will make it the first American carrier to resume service to Tel Aviv since the outbreak of the Israel-Iran war. The airline has suspended its service to Israel multiple times since the Oct. 7, 2023, terror attacks on Israel. 

The lack of international airlines operating in Israel has led to a shortage of flights to meet travelers’ demand and soaring ticket prices, and caused major challenges for tourists attempting to leave Israel at the outset of the war with Iran.

“This resumption is in line with United’s longstanding commitment to serving Tel Aviv,” United said in a statement. “Throughout 2025, United has flown to Tel Aviv more than any other U.S. airline.”

Other carriers, including Delta, American and Lufthansa, have also announced that they will resume flights to Israel, beginning in late August and September. The resumption in air services follows the European Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) decision to withdraw flight restrictions for European airlines to Israel, Iran and several other Middle Eastern countries.