Flying from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) departing from here.
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is 6 hours ahead of Philadelphia. Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv.
To ensure you get on your flight from Philadelphia to TLV, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like August? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Philadelphia to TLV with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PHL and TLV include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
From central Philadelphia, PHL is around 19 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Book a hotel near TLV if you're taking a late flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Tel Aviv. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
It takes roughly 43 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
C$715 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport. Return flights start from C$1,252. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for flight tickets from Philadelphia to TLV. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of 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 Philadelphia to TLV.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Tel Aviv in April when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Tel Aviv. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Philadelphia to TLV sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Tel Aviv
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tel Aviv:
Old Jaffa and Jaffa Port are a couple of major attractions to add to your Tel Aviv itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tel Aviv Port.
Complete your Tel Aviv trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Tel Aviv and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
