Flying from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv is six hours ahead of Columbus and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CMH to TLV flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CMH and TLV include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
$627 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,145. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from CMH to TLV, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
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Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
79.5% of flights leaving from John Glenn Columbus International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Columbus. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CMH:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Consider staying in a hotel near TLV if you're taking a late John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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Reserving your ride from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to the center of Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Tel Aviv in April.
Book your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you want to explore Tel Aviv during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMH to TLV in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Israel
You've seen Tel Aviv, now it's time to explore other corners of Israel. Journey around 56 kilometers south-east to Jerusalem to tick off its top sights. From Trench From 6-Day-War to chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of Israel, head for Haifa, about 80 kilometers north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are among its highlights.