Flying from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Hamburg's main base, Hamburg Airport (HAM), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV).
Tel Aviv is 1 hour ahead of Hamburg. Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Hamburg to TLV, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Hamburg to TLV departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Rhodes Airport (RHO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
HAM is roughly 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
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 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport is R 1,975. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,198. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Hamburg to TLV if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Tel Aviv. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Hamburg to TLV in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Tel Aviv
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Ben Gurion International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tel Aviv:
One of the best ways to get to know Tel Aviv is to explore its popular attractions. Some highlights include Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port and Tel Aviv Port.
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