Arkia Airlines will operate a daily flight from Tel Aviv to Colombo increasing passenger connectivity while promoting tourism and bilateral relations between Israel and Sri Lanka.

Mahen Kariyawasan – Regional Director Arkia Airlines Hosted a reception recently to celebrate the launch of Arkia Airlines operations to Sri Lanka in the presence of Hon Miri Rage Minster of Transport & Road Safty of the State of Israel & His Excellency Naor Gilon Ambassador of The state of Israel.

The event was also graced by Hon Nimal Siripala Silva Minister of Ports & Shipping, Hon Harin Fernando Minister of Tourism ,Land &Sports and the Hon Consul for israel Mr Denesh Rodrigo. Officials from the Civil Aviation Authority & Airport and Aviation together with officials from Sri Lanka Tourism were also present.

Arkia Airlines will operate an Airbus A321 Neo with a seat capacity of 210. Flight schedule and information can be obtained from the General Sales Agents in Sri Lanka, Andrew the travel co Pvt Ltd