Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Tel Aviv is two hours behind Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 40 Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, jump on the 03:25 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 14:20 with Etihad Airways.
To ensure you catch your AUH to TLV flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like December? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Tel Aviv (and then discovering more of Israel!) is a snap with Etihad Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates AUH to TLV flights. An impressive 90.31% of its services on this route land on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between AUH and TLV include:
Athens International Airport
Cairo Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
Currently, Rs20,564 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs62,188. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from AUH to TLV, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AUH to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Of all flights leaving Zayed International Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Zayed International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near AUH:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
Reserve a hotel near TLV if you're catching a late Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Tel Aviv's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tel Aviv. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Zayed International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AUH to TLV around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Israel waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a trip to Jerusalem will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights 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 kilometres 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).
