Traveling from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Nairobi. Explore your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when organizing your flight from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV).
Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Nairobi.
Your flight from Nairobi to TLV won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Nairobi to TLV departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
NBO is around 14 kilometers from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's on-time performance, 67.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is about 3 kilometers from central Nairobi. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Nairobi to TLV flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Have a late flight from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near TLV and hit the pillow fast:
Go where the road takes you with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and venture far and wide through Tel Aviv and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport flight.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Tel Aviv. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport is $388. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $686. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to TLV if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Uncover a great deal on a flight from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV). Plan your visit to Tel Aviv in April for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Nairobi to TLV plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Tel Aviv
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tel Aviv right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Nairobi to Ben Gurion International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Jaffa Old City are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tel Aviv itinerary.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Israel just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometers north of Tel Aviv, a visit to Nahariyya will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.
Around 274 kilometers south of Tel Aviv, Eilat is another favorite stop in Israel. Start your sightseeing at Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site.
