27 Mar 2023 | 02:39 PM UTC
Israel: Severe disruptions ongoing at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport early evening March 27 /update 1
Flight disruptions are ongoing at Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv, Israel, early evening March 27; reconfirm flight schedules.
Event
Severe disruptions to arrival and departure flights are ongoing at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) as of the early evening of March 27. Dozens of flights have either been canceled or delayed. The disruptions are due to a strike by unionized airport staff. The strike is connected to ongoing protests against proposed judicial reform. Some flights have resumed; however, disruptions will likely persist through at least March 27 and possibly early March 28.
Advice
Confirm flight reservations if flying via TLV through at least early March 28 as a precaution. Do not check out of accommodations until onward transportation is confirmed. Contact your airline for more information.
