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Tip-based walking tours run in most big cities and are a great first-day introduction with a local guide.
✈️ Cheap flights to Israel
Compare fares to Israel from hundreds of airlines and travel sites – fly into Ben Gurion Intl (TLV). Find the best time to fly, flight times from major cities and every airport.
🛬 Airports in Israel
| Code | Airport | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLV | Ben Gurion Intl | Tel Aviv | Main |
| ETM | Ramon Intl | Eilat | Main |
| HFA | Uri Michaeli Haifa Intl | Haifa | Regional |
Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv is the main international gateway, with Ramon Airport near Eilat serving some flights. Land borders with Jordan and Egypt are open at times, subject to the security situation.
📅 Best time to fly to Israel
Best: March-May and September-November – warm, sunny days ideal for touring and hiking.
Cheaper shoulder season: December-February – cool and occasionally rainy in the north, but pleasant in Eilat and the Dead Sea area.
Avoid: July-August if you dislike heat, especially in the desert and Dead Sea region.
Weather by month in Jerusalem
- 12°Jan🌧
- 13°Feb🌧
- 16°Mar⛅
- 21°Apr☀️
- 25°May☀️
- 27°Jun☀️
- 29°Jul☀️
- 29°Aug☀️
- 28°Sep☀️
- 25°Oct☀️
- 19°Nov⛅
- 14°Dec🌧
Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
⏱️ Flight times to Israel
| Route | Distance | Flight time (nonstop) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Tel Aviv | 3,588 km | 5 h 00 min | |
| New York → Tel Aviv | 9,117 km | 11 h 40 min | |
| Los Angeles → Tel Aviv | 12,167 km | 15 h 20 min | |
| Chicago → Tel Aviv | 9,923 km | 12 h 35 min | |
| Miami → Tel Aviv | 10,608 km | 13 h 25 min | |
| San Francisco → Tel Aviv | 11,921 km | 15 h 00 min | |
| Toronto → Tel Aviv | 9,295 km | 11 h 50 min | |
| Paris → Tel Aviv | 3,283 km | 4 h 35 min | |
| Frankfurt → Tel Aviv | 2,953 km | 4 h 15 min | |
| Dubai → Tel Aviv | 2,130 km | 3 h 15 min | |
| Delhi → Tel Aviv | 4,045 km | 5 h 30 min | |
| Mumbai → Tel Aviv | 4,046 km | 5 h 35 min | |
| Singapore → Tel Aviv | 7,965 km | 10 h 15 min | |
| Sydney → Tel Aviv | 14,167 km | 17 h 45 min* |
Flight times are estimates for a nonstop flight; with a connection allow 2–5 hours more. * Very long routes usually need a stop.
📍 Where to go in Israel
- Jerusalem – A city sacred to three faiths, with layers of history in every street.
- Tel Aviv-Jaffa – Beaches, nightlife, a 'White City' of Bauhaus buildings and ancient Jaffa.
- Dead Sea – Hyper-salty water, mineral mud and dramatic desert cliffs.
- Masada – Herod's mountaintop palace-fortress with sweeping views.
- Acre (Akko) – A walled port with Crusader halls, Ottoman mosques and souks.
- Haifa – Famous for the Baha'i Gardens and views from Mount Carmel.
💡 Flight hacks
Flights hackBring an empty bottle
Pass security with an empty water bottle and fill it at the airport fountains instead of buying overpriced water.
Money hackWithdraw bigger amounts, less often
Most ATMs charge a flat fee, so taking out cash for several days at once is cheaper than many small withdrawals.
Flights to Israel: questions
What is the main airport in Israel?
The main international airport is Ben Gurion Intl (TLV) in Tel Aviv. Other airports with scheduled flights include Eilat (ETM), Haifa (HFA).
How long is the flight from London to Israel?
A nonstop flight from London to Tel Aviv covers about 3,588 km and takes around 5 h 00 min. With a connection, plan for a few extra hours.
When is the best time to fly to Israel?
March-May and September-November – warm, sunny days ideal for touring and hiking.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Israel?
Fares are usually lowest outside the peak season. Good-value months: December-February – cool and occasionally rainy in the north, but pleasant in Eilat and the Dead Sea area.
Do I need a visa to fly to Israel?
It depends on your passport. See our Israel visa & entry guide for the rules, then check with the official embassy before you book.
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