These days, there are reports of a crystallizing agreement with Saudi Arabia that will include, among other things, the possibility of flying to Israel and Israel from Saudi Arabia.
Currently, only Air India is allowed to fly to Israel and from Israel over the skies of Saudi Arabia, when it comes to non-UAE flights.
El Al, Arkia, Israir, Emirates, Play Dubai and Etihad are allowed to fly over Saudi Arabia to Israel and Israel only when the destination from and to take off is the United Arab Emirates.
Now, if Saudi Arabia allows all airlines to fly over its territory to Israel and Israel and to any destination, the aviation industry in the country is expected to change significantly.
The significant change will be reflected in the shortening of flight routes to the east and east to destinations such as Thailand, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Vietnam, India and other countries.
Shortening flight routes has great significance / airlines will pay less for fuel, for working hours for flight attendants and pilots and the companies' planes will be available for additional flights, which should result in lower prices on flights to the east and east.
In addition, many airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Philippines and other companies, are expected to reconsider their arrival in Israel, as they will be able to operate direct flights between the countries without having to fly a route bypassing Saudi Arabia, which extended flights from Israel to Israel by several hours.
The entry of more airlines into Israel means greater competition and when the competition is great, there is also here, expectation of price reductions.
Currently, it is estimated that Saudi Arabia's airspace will open in the coming weeks as part of a triple and broader agreement that also includes additional clauses with the Americans.
At the moment, no official announcement has been made about the opening of Saudi airspace for flights from Israel and Israel, but as we published here last weekend - senior officials confirm that the deal is very close to closing.
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