Flying from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Around 5 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Tel Aviv is two hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from LTN to TLV start from 07:15 — the earliest with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 20:45 with El Al. Overall, you can take your pick of 28 weekly London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LTN to TLV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, so jetting off to Tel Aviv (and then seeing more parts of Israel!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with El Al on this route.
El Al is the most punctual carrier offering LTN to TLV flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LTN and TLV include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Right now, R 1,391 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,911. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LTN to TLV.
The cheapest month for flights from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LTN to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about London Luton Airport (LTN)
72.75% of flights leaving from London Luton Airport land at their destination on time.
Central London to London Luton Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LTN. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Book a hotel close to TLV if you're taking a late London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo to explore Tel Aviv and beyond.
Booking your ride from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
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 London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Tel Aviv in April.
When reserving your flight from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LTN 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
Tel Aviv has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Israel you'll want to see. Around 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a trip to Jerusalem will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like 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 major highlights starting with Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.