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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tel Aviv.R 3,975 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,975, select.
Tel Aviv.R 4,368 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,368, select.
Tel Aviv.R 4,467 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,467, select.
Tel Aviv.R 4,741 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,741, select.
Tel Aviv.R 5,200 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,200, select.
Tel Aviv.R 5,343 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,343, select.
Tel Aviv.R 5,561 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,561, select.
Tel Aviv.R 6,227 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,227, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from R 7,093
Jun
from R 5,561
Jul
from R 3,975
Aug
from R 4,467
Sep
from R 4,368
Oct
from R 5,200
Nov
from R 4,741
Dec
from R 5,343
Jan
from R 7,011
Feb
from R 6,473
Mar
from R 6,227
Apr
from R 8,060

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Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Tel Aviv below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ben Gurion Intl.

New York to Tel Aviv: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,975
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time10 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineEL AL Israel Airlines
Average flights per week86

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl is R 9,231. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl.
EL AL Israel Airlines, Delta and jetBlue fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl.
As of May 2025, there are 86 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Ben Gurion Intl is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport on Friday, 1 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ben Gurion Intl but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tel Aviv is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Norse Atlantic Airways and EL AL Israel Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Ben Gurion Intl.

Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.

  • Tel Aviv is six hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from JFK to TLV start from 00:55 — the earliest with El Al. The latest departure is at 23:55 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can take your pick of 35 weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to TLV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • A number of airlines operate direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, so jetting off to Tel Aviv (and then seeing more of Israel!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for JFK to TLV flights is Delta Air Lines.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JFK and TLV:

    • London Gatwick Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Zurich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight is R 3,975. A return fare right now is R 9,231. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to TLV, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • November is the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JFK to TLV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

  • 74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to TLV if you're on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tel Aviv and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks before you travel.

Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv

  • Ben Gurion International Airport to central Tel Aviv has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

  • The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you want to explore Tel Aviv during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from JFK to TLV in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Israel

  • Tel Aviv is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Israel waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.

  • Haifa is another sought-after destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. No trip is complete without a visit to Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.

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