Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Chania.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your CHQ to TLV flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chania International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CHQ and TLV:
Paphos International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Sofia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
At the moment, Rs26,426 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chania International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs61,090. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CHQ to TLV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chania International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
91.98% of flights leaving Chania International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of CHQ.
To get to Chania International Airport from central Chania, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel close to CHQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Chania International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chania International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
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 leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to central Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chania International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Tel Aviv in April.
When reserving your flight from Chania International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to TLV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
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. About 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
Haifa is another standout destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without a visit to Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.