United Airlines said it will resume flights to Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel, from New York/Newark on July 21, with twice-daily flights returning the next day.
The Chicago-based airline halted flights last month, with its last flight taking place a day before "Operation Rising Lion" on June 11.
Israel closed its airspace on June 13 — with full operations resuming after the 12 days of conflict concluded following a ceasefire deal.
"This resumption is in line with United’s longstanding commitment to serving Tel Aviv," a United spokesperson said in a statement to Fox News Digital.
"Throughout 2025, United has flown to Tel Aviv more than any other U.S. airline," it said.
The airline will continue flying passengers to Tel Aviv on its Boeing 787-10s.
"United service to Tel Aviv always follows a detailed assessment of operational considerations in the region and close consultation with the unions representing our flight attendants and pilots," the statement added.
Through a partnership with Lufthansa Group airlines, United also offers connections to Tel Aviv.
American Airlines has not serviced Tel Aviv since Oct. 6, 2023 — a day before the Hamas terrorist attack.
"American continuously evaluates its network and we have nothing new to share at this time regarding Tel Aviv service," said an American spokesperson.
The State Department still has a travel advisory to "Reconsider Travel" in Israel, citing terrorism and civil unrest, and "Do Not Travel" in Northern Israel.
"The security situation in Israel, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem is unpredictable, and U.S. citizens are reminded to remain vigilant and take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness as security incidents, including mortar and rocket fire and armed UAV intrusions and missiles, can take place without warning," the State Department’s website says.
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