# TAT celebrates the launch of Arkia Israeli Airlines’ inaugural flight on the Tel Aviv–Bangkok route

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/israel/261142-tat-celebrates-the-launch-of-arkia-israeli-airlines-inaugural-flight-on-the-tel-aviv-bangkok-route
- Published: 2025-11-28T11:40:00+07:00
- Author: Tourism Authority of Thailand

**Arkia Israeli Airlines launched direct flights from Tel Aviv to Bangkok, enhancing
Thailand’s air access. This aligns with TAT’s strategy to boost travel from high-
value markets, especially Israel.**

### Inaugural Flight and Strategic Expansion

Bangkok, 27 November 2025 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrated the
arrival of Arkia Israeli Airlines’ first direct flight from Tel Aviv to Bangkok 
on 26 November. Flight IZ591 landed at Suvarnabhumi Airport, marking a significant
expansion in Thailand’s long-haul air connectivity. This new route aligns with TAT’s
strategy to enhance access from high-potential markets through strengthened direct
connections, supporting the growth of Thailand’s tourism industry.

ADVERTISEMENT

### Collaborative Efforts and Market Growth

A welcome ceremony, attended by Ms. Pornsiri Chardpornpun, Director of the Europe
Market Division, and Ms. Meytal Dahan Mizrahi, COO of Arkia, highlighted the collaboration
between Thailand’s tourism sectors. Ms. Pornsiri emphasized that Arkia’s direct 
service improves Thailand’s global competitiveness and appeals to quality travelers.
Operating with an Airbus A330-200, Arkia offers two weekly flights, providing a 
vital alternative to El Al Israel Airlines and boosting market growth through joint
promotional efforts.

### Strong Israeli Market Impact

Israel remains a critical source market, with 356,446 Israeli arrivals recorded 
between January and November 2025, marking a 50% increase year-on-year. The new 
flight service caters to high-value, long-stay Israeli travelers who spend an average
of 86,406 Baht per trip over 19 days. With consistent demand and advanced bookings
in top ranks, TAT projects over 400,000 Israeli arrivals by the end of 2025, potentially
generating 34.56 billion Baht in tourism revenue.

### Related**Posts**

###  󠀁[Thailand’s new entry fee and departure tax could raise travel costs for foreign tourists by nearly $80](https://www.thailand-business-news.com/tourism/333476-thailands-new-entry-fee-and-departure-tax-could-raise-travel-costs-for-foreign-tourists-by-nearly-80)󠁿

###  󠀁[Phuket named top wellness destination by Canadian travellers](https://www.thailand-business-news.com/press-release/331672-phuket-named-top-wellness-destination-by-canadian-travellers)󠁿

###  󠀁[TAT highlights Thailand’s film production talents and tourism charm at TIFF 2026](https://www.thailand-business-news.com/tourism/329371-tat-highlights-thailands-film-production-talents-and-tourism-charm-at-tiff-2026)󠁿

###  󠀁[Weather and travel updates for Bangkok and its nearby regions](https://www.thailand-business-news.com/tourism/331213-weather-and-travel-updates-for-bangkok-and-its-nearby-regions)󠁿

**Source** : [TAT welcomes inaugural Arkia Israeli Airlines flight on the Tel Aviv–Bangkok route](https://www.tatnews.org/2025/11/tat-welcomes-inaugural-arkia-israeli-airlines-flight-on-the-tel-aviv-bangkok-route/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tat-welcomes-inaugural-arkia-israeli-airlines-flight-on-the-tel-aviv-bangkok-route&rand=55352)