Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
Tel Aviv is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 37 London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, jump on the 07:45 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:20 with El Al.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LHR to TLV flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, so jetting off to Tel Aviv (and then seeing more of Israel!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is British Airways.
El Al is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to TLV flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LHR and TLV:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight is Rs36,003. A return fare is currently Rs68,952. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from LHR to TLV, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LHR to TLV.
Choose 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 London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Grab a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car and discover Tel Aviv and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Tel Aviv. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LHR to TLV sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Israel you'll want to see. About 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a trip to Jerusalem will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions 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 trip is complete without a visit to Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.
