https://en.globes.co.il/en/article-dont-expect-tel-aviv-new-york-return-fares-under-1600-1001516040
In contrast, the tickets for the flights that will now be added following the early return are brand new - and therefore are sold at introductory pricing, and not at "last minute" prices that characterize limited availability. As a result, it is still possible to find individual tickets for a limited time window for the end of July at prices of about $1,200-1,300. In August, prices are already returning to higher levels (according to the pricing method in the industry).
The bottom line: The presence of American companies is critical to lowering ticket prices. The high prices of Israeli companies reflect the enormous demand, which outweighs supply.
In other words, "gouging". I wonder (he said cynically) if this whole war was just so El Al could push itself into profit.
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