OREANDA-NEWS. July 17, 2013. Ukraine International Airlines launches non-stop scheduled flights between Simferopol and Tel Aviv.

Flights connecting Simferopol and Tel Aviv will be operated on Thursdays and Sundays, on Mondays and Fridays – backward.

Round trip economy class Simferopol – Tel Aviv ticket price starts from UAH 2925.

Minimum rates include taxes and surcharges.

“The launch of non-stop flights between Simferopol and Tel Aviv is another stage of UIA route network from the cities of Ukraine expansion program implementation, – noted Evgeniya Satska, UIA Corporate Press Secretary. – Thanks to new UIA non-stop flights Crimean residents can quickly and conveniently reach Tel Aviv, while those residing in Israel are provided with an opportunity to make a journey to Crimea: to have rest on the shores of the Black Sea, to get golden southern suntan, to breath with healthy air, and to discover the region`s rich history and culture. Connected with UIA non-stop flights Israel and Crimea are within the distance of several hours from each other”.

New non-stop flights en route Simferopol – Tel Aviv are operated on modern aircraft with two cabin class layout.

UIA currently offers passengers to take part in large-scale ticket sales for both domestic and international, non-stop and transit flights. Within the period of July 1 – 7, 2013, passengers are provided with an opportunity to purchase tickets for UIA flights 50% off the first published tariff. Travel period: 10.15.13 – 02.28.14, blackout period: 15.12.13 – 15.01.14.

Moreover, UIA loyalty program members and Panorama Club cardholders double their miles when traveling en route Simferopol – Tel Aviv.

To become a Panorama Club member, to acquire a special status and receive special privileges and benefits, please fill in the form in Panorama UIA in-flight magazine, on the company's website, in UIA ticket offices as well as UIA partner travel agencies` offices.

Flights to Tel Aviv are not the only destination offered to Crimean travelers by UIA. The leading Ukrainian carrier traditionally operates flights between Simferopol and Frankfurt. Moreover, in July 2013 UIA plans to launch Simferopol – Yerevan non-stop scheduled service.

Tickets for the flights mentioned above are available for sale on UIA website, UIA ticket offices, as well as travel agencies.