Arkia is continuing to expand its long-haul operations, adding a new destination to its flight network. The carrier is broadening its presence in the Far East with a new route set to launch in early 2027.
1+The new destination is Manila, the capital of the Philippines, with flights to the city’s main international airport (MNL) beginning January 3, 2027. The route will operate as one direct flight per week on Sundays.
Flight time from Tel Aviv to Manila is expected to be around 11 hours, while the return flight to Israel will take approximately 12 hours and 20 minutes.
Flights will be operated using a wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft featuring two service classes. Business class will offer spacious seats that recline into full flat beds, extended luggage allowance, lounge access, chef-prepared meals and personalized service throughout the flight, alongside economy class.
1+Ticket prices will start at $750 one-way in economy class and $1,800 one-way in business class.
The new route joins Arkia’s long-haul destination network, which includes New York, Bangkok, Phuket and Hanoi, alongside Tokyo—another new destination the company recently announced.