The United States dollar has fallen below 3 shekels for the first time in more than 30 years, creating a brief opportunity for Israelis to book relatively cheaper vacations ahead of the busy summer season. Travel industry officials say the favorable exchange rate is currently helping to keep flight prices more affordable.

However, flight availability remains limited because not all foreign airlines have resumed operations at Ben Gurion Airport. At the same time, demand is expected to rise sharply as summer approaches, which could quickly drive up prices.

Industry representatives warn that once a permanent agreement is reached with Iran, a surge in bookings is likely, leading to significant price increases. They also caution that the dollar may not remain at its current low level for long, making this window for cheaper travel potentially short lived.