Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Tel Aviv one hour behind Manama.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BAH to TLV flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between BAH and TLV:
Queen Alia International Airport
Dubai Airport
Larnaca International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
At the moment, R 4,646 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,122. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BAH to TLV. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bahrain International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BAH to TLV.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bahrain International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85.53% of flights that take off from BAH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Manama to Bahrain International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BAH? If you're catching an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Consider staying in a hotel near TLV if you're on a late Bahrain International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tel Aviv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
From Ben Gurion International Airport, Tel Aviv is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Tel Aviv in April.
Lock in your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you want to visit Tel Aviv during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BAH to TLV in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many cities in Israel waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
Around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, Haifa is another essential stop in Israel. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.