Travelling from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) leaving from here.
Tel Aviv is nine hours ahead of San Diego. Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Diego to TLV. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from San Diego to TLV departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
71.38% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on time.
SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in around 2 hours 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to TLV flight:
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Have a late flight from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near TLV and shut your eyes sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
R 6,174 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport. Return flights start at R 13,587. These prices may change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Diego to TLV. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from San Diego to TLV.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Tel Aviv. July is when most people book flights from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a San Diego to TLV plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tel Aviv to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Tel Aviv
Start your Tel Aviv trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Ben Gurion International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Jaffa Old City are must-visits when exploring Tel Aviv.
Explore more of Israel
You've visited Tel Aviv, now it's time to explore other parts of Israel. Journey about 113 kilometres north to Nahariyya to tick off its top attractions. From Akhziv Beach to Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 274 kilometres south of Tel Aviv, Eilat is another essential stop in Israel. Start your sightseeing at Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site.
