do people just search for best currency converter online companies that transfer to Israel?
I hope not...
The people I know use one of the banks that allow free ATM withdrawal even from foreign banks. They then find a bank that allows withdrawal in dollars (I know there is one off Kikar Shabbos but don't remember - so everyone feel free to chime in), and simply do that with no net cost. This does require the person in EY to have a card.
I had one Rabbi who had people Quikpaying him and then borrowing his card. Eventually they shut down his account (natch) for money laundering. But for one person's use it should be fine.
Anyone can be more helpful with this? I don't have any details.