Flying from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV).
Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Your flight from Philadelphia to TLV won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more travelers during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to TLV. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your Philadelphia to TLV flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport:
Trenton-Mercer Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82.45% of flights out of here land when expected.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near TLV and hit the lights earlier:
Grab a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car and explore Tel Aviv and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Philadelphia 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. The time it takes to get to the center in a cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
At the moment, $404 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $767. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to TLV if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV). July is the busiest month to visit Tel Aviv. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
Book a Philadelphia to TLV plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tel Aviv to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tel Aviv
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tel Aviv right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Ben Gurion International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Jaffa Old City are top attractions which should be on every Tel Aviv itinerary.
Explore more of Israel
Nahariyya is just one of the many cities in Israel waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tel Aviv. Around 113 kilometers away to the north, its top attractions include Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.
Around 274 kilometers south of Tel Aviv, Eilat is another essential stop in Israel. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site.