Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv is nine hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to TLV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and TLV:
Dubai Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight is C$585. A round-trip ticket is currently C$1,358. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to TLV. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from SYD to TLV is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Book a hotel close to TLV if you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and discover more of Tel Aviv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
From Ben Gurion International Airport, Tel Aviv is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to TLV in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
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, its top attractions include Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Israel, consider Haifa, roughly 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are among the biggest draws.