Yom Kippur is the holiest day because it is the Day of Atonement for jews. They observe it by fasting and praying rather intensively. Whether as a tourist or a jew who wants to experience this, if you want to go to Israel this time of the year, there are a few things to keep in mind including the fact that landing on that day is not a good idea.

But in terms of getting there, your biggest trouble will be that traveling from the US or even Canada to Israel can be expensive. And flying is the most preferred option because the borders are a bit tricky to navigate. So, here’s what you can do.

Fly via Europe

Your best bet is to try flying via Europe. This is a common route that many take to reduce their overall plane ticket charges. Considering the tickets to Israel around Yom Kippur will be expensive, this is a pretty good idea.

Most European airlines fly to Israel through many major hubs in the continent. But it is also possible for American airlines thanks to their alliances with other airlines. It takes a flight to Europe and then another to Tel Aviv in Israel, but it will be cheaper than one flight.

Pick Flights with Stopovers

Speaking of breaking up the journey, there are a lot of direct flights from different parts of the US to Israel. But if money is an issue, and it might just be flying right before Yom Kippur, you might want to look into indirect flights with stopovers.

For instance, a direct flight to Israel is 10-30 percent more expensive than an indirect one even in the offseason. So, you might want to find an airline that is reputable but not so well known to make sure the prices are down a bit. But you must keep in mind that stopovers don’t work great for families, especially with children.

Take a Private Jet

Sometimes, private jet flights are cheap. In fact, it might be more convenient as a travel option than you might think. This is because you can pick the date and time of your choice and get world-class service without having to worry about the clamor for tickets because it’s a busy season.

The Fattal VIP Private Terminal offers landing for private jets along with a smooth transition coming in and leaving the country. And for future reference, it is a luxurious terminal that offers great service for lengthy layovers too.

Take a Cruise Ship

If it’s your thing, you might want to consider taking a cruise ship to Israel. It is a popular destination on many Mediterranean routes. And while Israel’s own passenger industry in this respect is limited there are plenty of ports to receive you.

Wrapping Up

But your challenges and the wonder of Yom Kippur in Israel do not end just here. Be sure to do your research on what it’s like to be in Israel on this holy day because none of the regular rules apply. Have a good time!