Great news is on the horizon for Scandinavian travelers looking to visit the Mediterranean this year. Norwegian Air Shuttle, widely known simply as Norwegian, has officially announced its return to the Israeli market. Starting this spring, the popular low-cost carrier will restore its direct route to Tel Aviv, marking another significant milestone in the resurgence of incoming tourism to the Holy Land following the recent ceasefire.

Beginning April 1, the airline will operate twice-weekly flights departing from Copenhagen. This move serves as a strong vote of confidence in the stability of the region and highlights the rapid recovery of Ben-Gurion International Airport as a central travel hub. For budget-conscious tourists and those seeking a sunny escape from the Nordic spring, the return of Scandinavia’s second-largest airline offers a welcome and affordable gateway to Israel’s beaches, history, and culinary scene.

Norwegian’s return follows the path paved by Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), the region’s flag carrier. SAS resumed its own operations to Israel just last month, breaking a long hiatus with three weekly flights from Copenhagen. With both major Scandinavian players back on the tarmac, connectivity between Northern Europe and Tel Aviv is reaching levels not seen in some time, providing travelers with flexible options for their upcoming vacations.

This specific reopening is part of a much larger trend sweeping through Israel’s aviation sector. According to the Israel Airports Authority, the skies over Tel Aviv are busier than they have been in months. Currently, over 60 foreign carriers have resumed regular schedules to Ben-Gurion Airport, inching closer to the pre-war benchmark of 80 airlines. As the spring travel season approaches, this growing list of returning carriers ensures that Israel is once again open, accessible, and ready to welcome the world.