Travelling from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Sarajevo.
To ensure you catch your SJJ to TLV flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sarajevo International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SJJ and TLV include:
Thessaloniki International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
R 1,513 is the lowest price for a one-way Sarajevo International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,152. These prices can change based on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SJJ to TLV. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SJJ to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Of the flights that depart from Sarajevo International Airport, 67.19% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Sarajevo to Sarajevo International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near SJJ:
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 Sarajevo International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Grab a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car and explore Tel Aviv and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to central Tel Aviv has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Tel Aviv in April.
Book your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Tel Aviv during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SJJ to TLV sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Israel
You've seen Tel Aviv, now it's time to explore more of Israel. Journey around 56 kilometres south-east to Jerusalem to tick off its popular sights. From Trench From 6-Day-War to chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Israel, head for Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are key highlights.