Bmi opens route from Heathrow to Tel Aviv

Bmi will begin operating a new route from Heathrow to Tel Aviv from May 3.

An Airbus A330 aircraft will carry passengers from the London Hub to the Israeli coastal city.

The Business Class service offers personal choice freshly cooked food by an onboard chef and fully-flat beds with 82 inches of leg space.

Premium Economy passengers will be served by a dedicated in-flight team in a different cabin to other flyers, with comfortable seats and 50 inches of legroom.

Fares for flights are £334 for a return trip in Economy, £708 return in Premium Economy and £794 return in Business Class.