Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Tel Aviv nine hours ahead of San Diego.
Your SAN to TLV flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SAN and TLV:
O'Hare International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
At the moment, R 6,940 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,959. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SAN to TLV, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need 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 SAN to TLV.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SAN. Whether you have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Diego International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience more of Tel Aviv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego 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 bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to TLV in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many cities in Israel waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If you want to check out another corner of Israel, consider Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are key highlights.
