Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Varna Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Varna's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Tel Aviv.
Your TLV to VAR flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Blue Bird Airways is your gateway to discovering Varna (and perhaps some other great corners of Bulgaria!). Browse the direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Varna Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Blue Bird Airways on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Varna Airport (VAR)
At the moment, R 951 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Varna Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,902. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TLV to VAR.
The cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Varna Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from TLV to VAR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ben Gurion International Airport, data shows 72.9% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to TLV? If you've booked an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Varna Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
If you're arriving on a late Ben Gurion International Airport to Varna Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near VAR:
Explore without limits with a Varna Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car or Goldcar and venture far and wide through Varna and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Varna Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
From Varna Airport, Varna is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Varna Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Varna in April.
The warmest month in Varna is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Varna Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TLV to VAR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Sofia is just one of the many places in Bulgaria waiting to be explored after you've experienced Varna. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Bulgaria, consider Plovdiv, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Varna. Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe are key highlights.