Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, making Tel Aviv seven hours ahead of Durham.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your RDU to TLV flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and TLV:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
At the moment, R 7,019 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,026. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RDU to TLV, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to TLV.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
If you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near TLV:
Pick up a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car and explore Tel Aviv and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tel Aviv. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to TLV in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Israel
You've visited Tel Aviv, now it's time to discover other corners of Israel. Travel around 56 kilometres south-east to Jerusalem to check off its top attractions. From Old City of Jerusalem to Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Israel, consider Haifa, roughly 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place) are key reasons to visit.
