Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Tel Aviv eight hours ahead of San Antonio.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SAT to TLV flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Antonio International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SAT and TLV include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
You'll find SAT at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SAT make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
Central San Antonio to San Antonio International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SAT. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
If you have a late San Antonio International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these 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 popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion Intl Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from San Antonio International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tel Aviv during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAT to TLV sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many places in Israel waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
Around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, Haifa is another favourite stop in Israel. No visit is complete without checking out Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).
