US Ebola Screening Affects Some Africa-Israel Travelers

Planning a trip to Israel with connections through the United States? Here’s an important update that might affect your travel plans if you’re coming from certain African countries.

The US has implemented new entry restrictions for citizens and residents who have been in Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan due to an Ebola outbreak. These travelers must now undergo Ebola screening and can only enter the US through designated airports.

While this primarily affects US-bound travel, it’s worth knowing if you’re planning a complex itinerary that includes American connections before reaching Israel. Many international visitors to Israel do transit through major US hubs like JFK or Newark before continuing to Ben Gurion Airport.

If your travel plans include any of these affected countries, consider booking direct flights to Israel instead, or routing through European hubs like Frankfurt, Amsterdam, or Paris. These alternatives often offer excellent connections to Tel Aviv and might actually save you time and hassle.

For the most current flight options to Israel and help planning your optimal route, contact IsraStar Tours – we’re here to make your journey as smooth as possible.