Unusual message to Ben Gurion Airport passengers: "Do not arrive by private car"

The Israel Airports Authority announced that parking lots at Ben Gurion Airport are fully occupied due to a surge in passenger traffic during the High Holidays. The authority is asking the public to avoid arriving by private car and to use public transportation instead. Further updates will be provided later.

The Israel Airports Authority announced today (Sunday) that parking lots at Ben Gurion Airport are fully occupied, with no available spaces until further notice. The shortage is due to a significant increase in passenger traffic at the airport during the High Holidays. The authority appealed to passengers and those accompanying them to refrain from arriving at the airport by private car and to use public transportation instead. The authority apologized for the inconvenience and asked for passengers' understanding. Further updates will be provided later if there is any change in the occupancy situation.