Cheap flights from Tel Aviv to Eilat (J. Hozman)

All you need to know about flights from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport TLV to Eilat Airport ETH

Airlines that fly from Tel Aviv to Eilat

Two national airlines operate flights from Tel Aviv to Eilat: Arkia and Israir. Both airlines offer several flights every day, including on weekends and holidays, from early morning until late at night, from Sde Dov SDV in Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion Airport TLV.

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Terminal Information - Departing

Domestic flights from Tel Aviv to Eilat departing from Ben Gurion airport TLV are generally cheaper than flights departing from Sde Dov SDV due to a lower airport tax. All national flights depart from Terminal 1. You can reach the airport with a train to Terminal 3, and from there, there is a frequent shuttle bus free of charge to Terminal 1. At the terminal, you’ll find a cafeteria, automated machines, and a VIP lounge - Masada. If your flight is on a weekend or a holiday, you will have to take a taxi or your own car, since there are no trains or buses to the airport.

If you live in Tel Aviv and the Sharon area, Sde Dov SDV is very accessible for you. There is only one terminal which has a small cafeteria, and you can reach it with a short bus ride. In both airports, it’s recommended to arrive no later than 90 minutes before your flight due to security checks.

Terminal Information - Arriving

Eilat Airport ETH is a small airport located in the north of the city. Outside the terminal, you can find buses and taxis. Since it’s a short distance to many hotels, taking a cab wouldn’t be expensive. Many hotels offer free shuttle buses from the airport to the hotel, so you should check this option when you book your stay. If you remain in the city center, it might even be a walking distance. Alternatively, you can rent a car - compare prices on Skyscanner Car Rental.

Things you should know

If you are an Israeli citizen, you do not need your passport on flights Tel Aviv Eilat, and your national ID card is enough. Holders of other citizenship will need to present a passport for identification purposes. Since it’s a domestic route, there is no border control or any other extra security check after arriving in Eilat.

Useful Information about Eilat

Eilat - אילת is a VAT-free city in Israel. The VAT (מע"מ) since September 2015 is 17%, so if you buy electronics, gadgets, food and pretty much anything - it would be 17% cheaper than in Tel Aviv. However, just like in many other isolated destinations, restaurants and bars on the beach more expensive, but you forget about it quickly when you dive into the deep blue water of the Red Sea. When you pack your luggage for your flight from Tel Aviv to Eilat don’t forget to bring your sunscreen - the temperatures in summer can easily get above 40 degrees Celsius. The good part, you will not sweat, since the climate is very dry compared to Tel Aviv.

Top attractions in Eilat: Swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Reef, explore the Underwater Marine Observatory, snorkel around the corals or relax on one of the beaches. Pump up your heartbeat and try windsurfing, kitesurfing, water skiing, stand-up paddle boarding, and parasailing.

Although the sea is the city number 1 attraction, there are many other activities such as hiking in Eilat mountains, taking a trip to the Red Canyon, or even taking a day-trip to Timna Park.

How to find cheap flights to Eilat

Domestic flights Tel Aviv Eilat cost around ₪400 year-round, and it depends on how long in advance did you purchase the tickets, the day of the week, Israeli holidays, seat availability, and many other factors. Just remember that prices change regularly, sometimes even more than once a day. Search “whole month” to find the cheapest flights from Tel Aviv to Eilat. Another top tip from us is to sign up for Price Alert. We’ll drop you an email when the price changes. Looking for cheap hotels? We have that too - compare prices on Skyscanner Hotels.

This information is correct as of March 2018