Condor to resume Frankfurt–Tel Aviv flights from May 2026

International

Airline reconnects with a historic destination in its 70th anniversary year

Condor will resume regular flights from Frankfurt to Tel Aviv starting in May 2026, bringing back a route deeply rooted in the airline’s history. The restart coincides with Condor’s 70th anniversary and marks the return of a destination that played a defining role at the very beginning of German leisure air travel.

Condor’s first-ever flight, on 29 March 1956, was a pilgrimage journey from Frankfurt to the Holy Land. By reinstating services to Tel Aviv, the airline is both continuing its own story and strengthening its route network from its Frankfurt hub.

Strengthening connectivity via Frankfurt

With the renewed service, Condor aims to enhance connectivity between Europe, North America and the region, offering additional direct travel options through Frankfurt. The route is positioned as part of the airline’s broader strategy to expand and reinforce its hub operations.

“Tel Aviv combines tradition and modernity like few other cities – economically strong, culturally vibrant, and of great significance in Condor’s history,” said David Carlisle, Vice President Network Planning & Partnerships at Condor. “Connecting this global city across Europe and North America via our growing Frankfurt hub is particularly special to us as we celebrate our 70th anniversary.”

A signal beyond aviation

The new connection has also been welcomed from a political and cultural perspective. Uwe Becker, Commissioner of the Hessian State Government for Jewish Life and the Fight against Antisemitism, highlighted the broader significance of the route. He noted that the flights would help strengthen relations between Germany and Israel, emphasising that mutual understanding grows through personal encounters and direct experience.

Aircraft and onboard experience

The Frankfurt–Tel Aviv route will be operated with an Airbus A320. Passengers can expect Condor’s established onboard comfort, including ergonomic seating, flexible fare options and a range of optional extras. Flights are available for booking via www.condor.com, by phone and through travel agencies.

With the relaunch of Tel Aviv, Condor adds a historically meaningful destination to its network while underscoring its ambition to connect key cities through Frankfurt during a milestone year for the airline.