(haipo) Despite the intense war that lasted about two weeks, during which the city of Haifa was one of the most isolated cities in Israel, an impressive increase in the number of flights at Haifa Airport was recorded in June 2025, mainly due to international flights. This is compared to a significant decrease in domestic flights, which were affected by the security situation.
Haifa under fire – the airport did not stop
The war with Iran, which broke out with surprising force, placed Haifa at the forefront: the city, with its strategic facilities: the airport, the port, and the petrochemical plants, was under constant threat. Despite the risk and logistical difficulties, Haifa Airport remained active, and Air Haifa was among the first to join the national effort: it helped rescue passengers stranded abroad and at the same time flew tourists and foreign passport holders who wanted to leave Israel.
Sharp increase in international flights
In June 2025, 16,457 international passengers passed through Haifa Airport, compared to only 10,578 in May – an increase of approximately 55.5%. Compared to June 2024, when only 315 passengers passed through, this is a dramatic jump of 5,224.4%.
International aircraft traffic also increased: 469 aircraft took off and landed in June 2025, compared to 373 in May – an increase of approximately 25.7%. Compared to June last year, when only 64 flights were recorded, this is a jump of 732.8%.
Decrease in domestic flights – a direct impact of the war
On the other hand, the domestic flight sector was severely hit. In June 2025, only 2,878 passengers were registered on domestic flights, compared to 7,850 passengers in May – a decrease of approximately 63.3%.
However, compared to June last year (2024), there is actually a sharp increase here as well: In June 2024, the number of domestic flight passengers was only 265, so this year there was an increase of 985.6%.
Domestic aircraft traffic also decreased in June compared to May: 783 takeoffs and landings in June compared to 1,546 in May – a decrease of 49.4%. However, compared to June last year – when only 49 flights were recorded, this is a huge jump of 1,597.9%.
Haifa illustrator Delivered here: “2025 is shaping up to be a record year in the history of Haifa Airport, with significant growth in passenger traffic and the scope of activity.
In June, the company operated about 100 rescue flights, during which about 7,000 Israelis returned to Israel - a significant event in the company's history and important on a national level.
“Over the coming months, two additional aircraft are expected to join the fleet, and the expansion is expected to continue gradually in the coming years with more destinations, flights and passengers.”
Conclusion: International flights offset the damage
In light of the data, it can be determined that the Haifa airport is of great importance, which is manifested during a war crisis, and the significant increase in flights and passengers on international flights managed to compensate for and even balance the sharp decline in domestic flights. The security crisis not only did not stop activity - but also accelerated the transition to international activity, which gradually expanded thanks to cooperation between the local airport and the airlines, led by "Air Haifa."
In this way, Haifa proves that even in times of emergency, it knows how to continue to operate, expand, and connect Israel to the world.
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