Flying from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's main airports.
Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Belfast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to TLV.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Belfast to TLV. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Rhodes Airport (RHO)
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From central Belfast, BFS is approximately 32 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 22 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 12 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to TLV:
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to the centre of Tel Aviv is around 24 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
For a one-way ticket from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport, C$185 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from C$311. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from Belfast to TLV. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from Belfast to TLV.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Tel Aviv. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Tel Aviv. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Belfast to TLV during then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tel Aviv
After booking your flight from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tel Aviv:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port and Tel Aviv Port are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Tel Aviv itinerary.
Complete your Tel Aviv trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Belfast to Ben Gurion International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Tel Aviv and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.