China’s Hainan Airlines will resume direct flights between Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion International Airport and Beijing, operating twice weekly starting April 10.

The airline, which already operates a direct route to Shenzhen, is among several international carriers returning to Israel after suspending operations due to the war with Hamas.

Round-trip fares between April 10-17, including carry-on luggage, start at 1,059 USD, with similar pricing available for May 13-19.

Roy Kriezman, Consul, Tourism Affairs Shanghai Israel Ministry of Tourism: “Excited to celebrate the relaunch of direct flights from Beijing to Tel Aviv together with our strategic partner, Hainan Airlines. It was an incredible event marked by the presence of our esteemed media and trade partners, whose support continues to drive strong connections between Israel and China. This milestone not only strengthens tourism and business ties but also highlights the growing collaboration between our countries”.

Other major airlines have also announced their return to Israel. Air Canada will resume flights to Tel Aviv on June 8, marking its first operation since suspending service after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. United Airlines will restart flights to the U.S. in March, followed by Delta Air Lines in April.