Traveling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is 10 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of New York.
Flights from EWR to TLV start from 00:10 — the first with El Al. The last departure is at 23:55 with El Al. In total, you can take your pick of 32 weekly Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EWR to TLV flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
El Al has direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Tel Aviv — and maybe even more of Israel if you have time.
El Al tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering EWR to TLV flights is El Al. Its services land as scheduled 79.38% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between EWR and TLV include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Currently, $227 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $503. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book eight months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EWR to TLV.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
73.3% of flights that leave from Newark Liberty International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central New York to Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near EWR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TLV if you have a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience more of Tel Aviv and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to central Tel Aviv has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Tel Aviv in April.
When reserving your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EWR to TLV sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Israel waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometers south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
Haifa is another well-known destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometers north of Tel Aviv. No trip is complete without visiting Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.