Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 55 minutes.
Tel Aviv is seven hours behind Tokyo and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are three Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, pick the 15:05 El Al flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:30 with El Al.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your NRT to TLV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
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 a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Tel Aviv (and then exploring more of Israel!) is a snap with El Al. This popular carrier has direct flights from Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with El Al on this route.
With 68.42% of services arriving as planned, El Al is the most punctual carrier operating NRT to TLV flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between NRT and TLV include:
Hong Kong International Airport
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Currently, R 6,220 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,475. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from NRT to TLV by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from NRT to TLV.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
NRT's address is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Of the departures from Narita International Airport, 70.53% land on schedule at their destination.
Narita International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to NRT? If you've booked an early flight from Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
If you have a late Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TLV:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and venture far and wide through Tel Aviv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tel Aviv. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Narita International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NRT to TLV sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
You've visited Tel Aviv, now it's time to explore other corners of Israel. Journey around 56 kilometres south-east to Jerusalem to tick off its must-visit sights. From Trench From 6-Day-War to chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Israel, consider Haifa, roughly 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are the start of reasons to visit.
