Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport is 11 hours 30 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo seven hours ahead of Tel Aviv.
Every week, there are five Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, opt for the 18:55 El Al flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:30 with El Al.
Give yourself enough time to make your TLV to NRT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive 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 ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Tokyo (and then seeing more of Japan!) is easy with El Al. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is El Al.
With 68.42% of its services arriving as scheduled, El Al is the most punctual carrier offering TLV to NRT flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
Currently, 448 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 569 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book three months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from TLV to NRT.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Of the flights that depart from Ben Gurion International Airport, 72.9% land on time at their destination.
To reach Ben Gurion International Airport from central Tel Aviv, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near TLV:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Explore without limits with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and discover more of Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Narita International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport to central Tokyo has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Narita International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TLV to NRT in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a visit to Yokohama will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're looking to explore another side of Japan, head for Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are among the biggest draws.