Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, making Abu Dhabi two hours ahead of Tel Aviv.
Flights from TLV to AUH start from 06:30 — the earliest with Etihad Airways. The last service of the day is at 14:55 with Etihad Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 38 weekly Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your TLV to AUH flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Abu Dhabi (and then exploring more of United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. This popular airline has direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With an impressive 82.44% of services arriving as planned, Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier operating TLV to AUH flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
At the moment, R 2,449 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,226. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from TLV to AUH, book your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Of the flights that depart from Ben Gurion International Airport, 72.9% land on time at their destination.
Ben Gurion International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to TLV:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Abu Dhabi's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from TLV to AUH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 121 kilometres north-east to Dubai to check off its leading sights. From Burj Khalifa to The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Sharjah is another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without experiencing Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.