Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is five hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro. Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio de Janeiro to TLV. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to TLV that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between GIG and TLV include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from GIG land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Rio de Janeiro to TLV flight? Unwind in a hotel near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
79% of flights departing Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport flight.
Getting from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Central Tel Aviv is around 18 kilometres from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport is 405 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 950 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to TLV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to TLV.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. November is the quietest month to go to Tel Aviv. August is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Rio de Janeiro to TLV plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Tel Aviv
Start your Tel Aviv trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Frishman Beach are top sights which should feature on every Tel Aviv itinerary.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Israel just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, a visit to Nahariyya will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Achziv Sea Reserve, Akhziv Beach and Banana Beach.
If there's time to check out another side of Israel, consider Eilat, roughly 274 kilometres south of Tel Aviv. Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve, Underwater Observatory Marine Park and Dolphin Reef are the start of reasons to visit.