Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Tel Aviv one hour ahead of Zurich.
Flights from ZRH to TLV start at 10:30 — the earliest with El Al. The last departure is at 22:45 with SWISS. Overall, you can choose from 22 weekly Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ZRH to TLV flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
SWISS has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Tel Aviv — and maybe even more of Israel if time allows.
SWISS has the highest passenger demand on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier that offers ZRH to TLV flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
R 1,629 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Return flights start from R 3,146. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book one month before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ZRH to TLV.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of all flights departing from Zurich Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ZRH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Tel Aviv's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Tel Aviv. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to TLV in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many cities in Israel waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Israel, head for Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place) are key reasons to visit.





