The new service is planned to commence for the winter 2017/18 schedule November 2017?
EL AL Israel Airlines today announced the newest route to be launched will be Miami, Florida, making this the 6th destination in North America for the airline.
David Maimon, President ?and CEO, EL AL Israel Airlines: “I am pleased to announce today that EL AL will be flying to Miami. This decision is part and parcel of the strategy in which we recognized the importance of the trans-Atlantic routes and our desire on expanding EL AL’s presence in North America, ensuring that EL AL continues to be the leading airline, offering the most destinations to/from the USA.”
The new route to Miami is planned to offer 3 weekly frequencies and operate with a Boeing 777-200 aircraft. Tickets will be available for sale beginning mid-May, subject to government approval.
“Miami-Dade County is proud to welcome EL AL Airlines back to our community, and to be the only destination in Florida and in the southeast U.S. with non-stop service to Tel Aviv,” said Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez. “Miami-Dade County and Miami International Airport continue to attract direct air service by the world’s top airlines from the world’s most influential cities.”
“We deeply appreciate EL AL Airlines for choosing Miami as its 5th and newest U.S. destination,” said Miami-Dade Aviation Director Emilio T. González. “In our efforts to make Miami International Airport a truly global gateway, Tel Aviv has always been one of our top strategic targets because of its unique and historically significant global location, and because of its deep cultural ties with Miami. We look forward to making Tel Aviv our third route in the Middle East, and to offering our passengers another travel option to that region of the world.”
“This new route will offer Israelis traveling for business and leisure and for those living in the Miami area, easier and more convenient flights to Israel. By offering a non-stop flight along with EL AL’s well-known internationally recognized on-board service, we are confident this route will be a success,” added Mr. Maimon.
EL AL Israel Airlines currently offers flights to New York JFK, Newark, Los Angeles, Boston and Toronto in North America.
