Originally Posted by Dovster

Actually, except for very religious Jews Rosh HaShana doesn't present a problem. Most Israelis celebrate it by traveling inside the country (the Galilee is generally full of people running away from Tel Aviv).

On the other hand, Succot/Simchat Torah (Sept 18 through Sept 30) can be very difficult. That is the height of the travel season here, with many Israelis taking family trips overseas (schools are closed) and a great number of Jews from other countries flying into Israel for a visit.

Air fares are at their highest and Ben Gurion Airport is jammed solid.