Short-hop flights from Israel might be about to get much cheaper. New vertical-style airline seats—where passengers are securely harnessed in a nearly standing position—have received safety approval and could soon redefine budget air travel.
Several European carriers, with Ryanair at the forefront, are preparing to use these seats on flights of up to two hours. The aim? To slash ticket prices and make flying even more accessible.
A Seat You Stand In
These innovative seats, which look more like padded vertical “collars” than traditional chairs, allow travelers to be safely strapped in without actually sitting in the usual way.
Aviation experts estimate that adding them could increase passenger capacity by around 20% per flight—without compromising safety.
A 25-Shekel Flight from Israel to Greece?
For olim and other Israeli travelers, this upgrade could make short flights to nearby destinations—like Cyprus, Rhodes, or Greece—much more affordable. Ryanair has already announced plans to price these seats between £1 and £5, or about 25 shekels.
The change is expected to launch officially within two years. And while the seating may not be conventional, it points to a clear shift: short, no-frills, and ultra-cheap flights—perfect for spontaneous getaways or family visits abroad.
