Traveling from Samui International Airport (USM) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv is five hours behind Koh Samui and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your USM to TLV flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Samui International Airport (USM) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Samui International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight is $398. A return plane ticket right now is $944. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from USM to TLV. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Samui International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from USM to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Samui International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Handy information about Samui International Airport (USM)
83% of flights leaving Samui International Airport land at their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from USM.
Central Koh Samui to Samui International Airport is approximately 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to USM? If you're catching an early flight from Samui International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
If you're getting in on a late Samui International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near TLV:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience more of Tel Aviv and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion Intl Airport to central Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
August is the busiest month for flights from Samui International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Tel Aviv in March.
Before locking in your flight from Samui International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from USM to TLV in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Israel just waiting to be discovered. Around 56 kilometers south-east of Tel Aviv, a trip to Jerusalem will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
Haifa is another must-experience destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometers north of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without experiencing Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).