Travelling from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London two hours behind Tel Aviv.
Take your pick of 24 weekly Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with British Airways is the earliest you can take. El Al operates the latest service of the day at 17:00.
To ensure you get on your TLV to LHR flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
British Airways offers direct flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in London — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
EL AL Israel Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering TLV to LHR flights. An exceptional 89.34% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is 114 €. A return ticket right now is 268 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from TLV to LHR, reserve your trip ten months before your departure.
Organise your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from TLV to LHR.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
Of all flights departing from Ben Gurion Intl Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near TLV. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're coming in on a late Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LHR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from TLV to LHR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No journey is complete without seeing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.