Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv is one hour behind Jeddah and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your JED to TLV flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JED and TLV:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Right now, Rs78,313 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs132,970. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JED to TLV if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JED to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.7% of flights that depart JED arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near JED:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Book a hotel close to TLV if you're taking a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Tel Aviv's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you want to visit Tel Aviv during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JED to TLV around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Israel waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Israel, consider Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are highlights.