EL AL Resumes Nonstop Flights from San Francisco
The airline is now operating three weekly nonstop flights between San Francisco International Airport and Tel Aviv.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Air Travel
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Travelers looking to reach Tel Aviv from Northern California now have a direct flight option once again. EL AL Israel Airlines has officially resumed its nonstop service from San Francisco International Airport.
Why it matters
The route restoration provides a direct travel link between the Bay Area and Israel after a six-year hiatus. The airline is currently operating three weekly flights on the route.
EL AL Israel Airlines is now operating 3 weekly nonstop flights between San Francisco and Tel Aviv, ending a service hiatus that lasted 6 years.
The players
EL AL Israel Airlines
The national carrier of Israel that has restored its nonstop flight route from San Francisco.
San Francisco International Airport
The primary airport serving the Bay Area that acts as the departure point for the restored route.
The details
The airline launched the nonstop connection this week, marking its return to the Bay Area market after suspending operations in March 2020. This route originally debuted in 2018 and serves as a major connection point for Northern California travelers heading to Tel Aviv. Operations are currently set for three flights per week out of SFO.
Timeline
2018: EL AL initiated nonstop service between San Francisco and Tel Aviv.
March 2020: EL AL suspended service between San Francisco and Tel Aviv.
October 2026: EL AL resumed nonstop service between San Francisco and Tel Aviv.
Across the Bay
This service restoration follows the pattern of the airline's original 2018 route launch. The return of the flight marks a significant return to service after the airline exited the San Francisco market in 2020.
Travelers flying out of San Francisco International Airport can now book three nonstop flights to Tel Aviv each week. You should check the carrier website for updated schedules and flight availability for your next trip.
The takeaway
Travelers should check the airline’s booking platform for the specific weekly flight schedule. Keep an eye on regional flight capacity metrics to see if this route returns to its pre-2020 frequency.
Further reading
For more information on current travel options at the airport, visit our guide to Air Travel.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Vinnews.
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