Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, making Tel Aviv nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Choose from eight weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights. The 12:00 departure with El Al is the earliest flight available. El Al operates the last service of the day at 23:40.
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 LAX to TLV flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
El Al has direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Tel Aviv — and maybe even more of Israel if your schedule allows.
El Al tops the list for bookings on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for LAX to TLV flights is El Al.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and TLV:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight is 262 €. A return fare right now is 518 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from LAX to TLV, reserve your trip eight months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LAX:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
If you're coming in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near TLV:
Explore without limits with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and find adventure across Tel Aviv and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Tel Aviv. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you want to visit Tel Aviv during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX 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 discovered once you've seen the sights of Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
Around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, Haifa is another favourite stop in Israel. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.