Flying from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Tel Aviv seven hours ahead of Savannah.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your SAV to TLV flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAV and TLV:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight is 801 €. A return ticket right now is 1.070 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SAV to TLV. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SAV to TLV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Handy information about Savannah / Hilton Head Airport (SAV)
You'll find SAV at 400 Airways Avenue.
Savannah / Hilton Head Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SAV arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Savannah / Hilton Head Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Savannah. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to SAV? If you've booked an early flight from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
If you're coming in on a late Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near TLV:
Go where the road takes you with a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and chase adventure across Tel Aviv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
From Ben Gurion Intl Airport, Tel Aviv is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
August is the most popular month for flights from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Tel Aviv in March.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Savannah / Hilton Head Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAV to TLV around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many places in Israel waiting to be explored once you've seen Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Israel, consider Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place) are among the biggest draws.
