Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to San Diego: what you need to know
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7. The city is nine hours behind Tel Aviv, where Ben Gurion International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your TLV to San Diego flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Tel Aviv, TLV can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Diego? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to TLV:
Of the flights that depart from Ben Gurion International Airport, 72.9% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to San Diego
R 11,977 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to San Diego flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 15,757. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from TLV to San Diego. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Diego across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Diego, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from TLV to San Diego.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Once your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Diego has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CLD. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your TLV to San Diego flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Budget, Hertz and Avis.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CLD ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to San Diego
Visit San Diego during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Diego during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Ben Gurion International Airport to San Diego flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TLV to San Diego in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Diego, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your San Diego must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to SeaWorld San Diego.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Diego, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its leading sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Phoenix is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No trip is complete without dropping by Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.