Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Batumi Airport (BUS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport.
Batumi is two hours ahead of Tel Aviv and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Each week, there are six Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, select the 04:50 Arkia Israeli Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:30 with Arkia Israeli Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your TLV to BUS flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Arkia Israeli Airlines has direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Batumi — and maybe even more of Georgia if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Arkia Israeli Airlines.
Among carriers operating TLV to BUS flights, El Al has the best record for on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Batumi Airport (BUS)
R 1,590 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,197. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from TLV to BUS.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
72.9% of flights that take off from Ben Gurion International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Ben Gurion International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near TLV? If you're boarding an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Batumi Airport (BUS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUS instead:
Pick up a Batumi Airport rental car and discover Batumi and beyond with your own wheels. TBILISICARS.COM, Avis and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Batumi Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Batumi Airport (BUS) to central Batumi
From Batumi Airport, Batumi is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Batumi Airport (BUS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Batumi in February.
When reserving your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Batumi Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Batumi, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TLV to BUS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Georgia
Batumi has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Georgia waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres east of Batumi, a trip to Tbilisi will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Peace Bridge, The Japanese Garden - Tbilisi Botanical Garden and Rike Park.
If you want to check out another great destination in Georgia, head for Kutaisi, about 113 kilometres north-east of Batumi. Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi Historical Museum and Kutaisi Botanical Garden are key highlights.
