Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is 2 hours.
Athens and Tel Aviv share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from ATH to TLV start at 00:05 — the first with El Al. The last service of the day is at 23:55 with El Al. In total, you can choose from 50 weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ATH to TLV flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Travel nonstop to Tel Aviv with these top carriers and get to know this incredible part of Israel:
Most passengers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.
With 71.01% of services arriving as planned, Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ATH to TLV flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ATH and TLV:
Rhodes Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Santorini International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight is 15 €. A return fare is currently 50 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book four months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ATH to TLV.
The cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ATH to TLV.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights leaving Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
If you have a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near TLV:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo to explore Tel Aviv and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
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. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tel Aviv. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tel Aviv during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to TLV in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many places in Israel waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
Around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, Haifa is another essential stop in Israel. Experience major highlights starting with Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.