Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is 13 hours 50 minutes.
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, making Tel Aviv ten hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Each week, there are seven Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, jump on the 12:00 El Al flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 23:40 with El Al.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LAX to TLV flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Flying into Tel Aviv (and then exploring more of Israel!) is easy with EL AL Israel Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is EL AL Israel Airlines.
Among carriers operating LAX to TLV flights, EL AL Israel Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between LAX and TLV:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
R 6,876 is currently the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 14,047. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from LAX to TLV by booking at least two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to TLV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near LAX:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tel Aviv and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Ben Gurion Intl Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion Intl Airport to the centre of Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
August is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Tel Aviv in March.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LAX 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
Jerusalem is just one of the many places in Israel waiting to be explored once you've seen Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
Haifa is another must-experience destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. No trip is complete without visiting Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).
