Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rome.
Take your pick of 56 weekly Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with El Al is the earliest available. El Al operates the last service of the day at 23:55.
Your FCO to TLV flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
There's a good range of direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport to pick from. When planning your Tel Aviv journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of Israel:
Most travellers choose to travel with ITA Airways on this route.
Arkia Israeli Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating FCO to TLV flights, with 65.22% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between FCO and TLV:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Palese Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Currently, R 1,052 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,081. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from FCO to TLV.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from FCO to TLV.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% touch down on time at their destination.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near FCO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
If you're getting in on a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near TLV:
Follow your own route with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and discover more of Tel Aviv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around 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
Ben Gurion International Airport to the centre of Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tel Aviv during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FCO to TLV in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many places in Israel waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include 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. No visit is complete without checking out Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.