CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Tel Aviv
Los Angeles (LAX) to Tel Aviv (TLV)
Typically, flights to Tel Aviv from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl, which has an average price of $900
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO TEL AVIV FROM LOS ANGELES | August | 13% cheaper | Flying from Los Angeles to Tel Aviv costs on average just $787 in August |
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO TEL AVIV FROM LOS ANGELES | December | 26% more expensive | It costs about $1,138 for flights to Tel Aviv from Los Angeles in December |
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO TEL AVIV FROM LOS ANGELES | September | 302% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Tel Aviv from Los Angeles in September than any other month |
With gorgeous beaches, an exciting nightlife, and great shopping and dining options, modern Tel Aviv is a popular destination with all sorts of travelers. Despite the intense heat during summer, many tourists visit Tel Aviv between June and August. Make sure to book your flights and rooms in advance, and expect to pay more for them in summer. The winter months also see a spike in tourist visits as northerners look to escape cold temperatures at home. Tel Aviv enjoys daily highs of 63 – 66 degrees Fahrenheit from December – February. The spring and fall are probably the best times to visit, there are fewer tourists, and high temperatures ranging from 66 – 81 degrees Fahrenheit are fine for beach-going and other outdoor activities.
The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Tel Aviv from Poznan for $45. This is 97% cheaper than most flight deals to Tel Aviv. To find the cheapest price to Tel Aviv from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Tel Aviv from United States, with most prices found around $786. If you aren’t able to travel to Tel Aviv during the month of September, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $805.
In general, most travelers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Tel Aviv is about 45 days prior to their departure date when tickets on average are $940. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from United States for as low as $563.
According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Tel Aviv from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $855. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from United States to Tel Aviv on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,053. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
Our data shows that the cheapest United States to Tel Aviv flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Tel Aviv at noon for as low as $876. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,019.
The month of June, July, or August is often the best time to visit Tel Aviv to go to the beach due to the weather. Gordon Beach is the most often visited beach in the area. Another popular area beach is Hilton Beach.
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Tel Aviv.
With an average price of $1,497 per person, Tel Aviv Sde Dov Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Tel Aviv. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.
Currently, Israel travel restrictions include travel to Tel Aviv. Entry restrictions
Israel has restricted the entry of all travelers who are not nationals or residents of Israel. Ben-Gurion Airport remains closed to all travelers until at least March 6, both entering and exiting Israel due to a ban on incoming flights. Exceptions may be available for a humanitarian need, a special personal reason, a funeral of a close family member, medical treatment, and/or returning to your country of origin. Travelers who are in a humanitarian need or a special personal reason to leave Israel must request a special permission to fly from Israel during the lockdown. Travelers who have specific entry approval from the population and Immigration Authority of Israel may still enter the country.
Entry requirementsAll arriving travelers must present a completed "Health Declaration Form" upon arrival. Travelers will be subject to a health inspection and temperature check on arrival. Travelers must have a medical certificate with a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued within 72 hours prior to departure or a confirmation of having been vaccinated against COVID-19. Travelers over the age of 2 must submit documentation of a negative test result. Travelers who have already recovered from a COVID-19 infection must provide the airline with a copy of a positive COVID-19 test and a letter from their medical provider documenting recovery and clearance to travel.
Quarantine requirementsFrom December 20, all countries will be considered "red" with all travelers required to complete a 14 day self-isolation. This may be shortened to 10 days upon the completion of two negative coronavirus tests (one upon arrival and one after 9 days of self-isolation). Travelers from the UK, Denmark or South Africa will be required to complete quarantine in a designated, state-sponsored coronavirus hotel.
Transiting rulesForeign nationals may not transit in Israel.
All other infoTravelers may not use public transport to travel to their dwelling, except a single-passenger taxi, provided they sit in the back of the taxi with the windows open. Family members arriving together may travel together as long as everyone sits in the back.
If you are planning to travel to Tel Aviv at this time, it is recommended that you stay up to date on current restrictions and follow proper safety measures while in public.Direct flights are available from the US to Tel Aviv with United, Delta, and El Al Israel Airlines. Many airlines offer flights with one or more stops, including British Airways, Lufthansa, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, KLM, Air China, Royal Jordanian and more.
Ben Gurion International Airport is the main international airport of Israel and is located about 12 miles southeast of Tel Aviv. Here are your options for transport into the city.
Trains
You can take the train from the S level of the airport and get off at Tel Aviv-HaShalom station. The trip takes only 16 minutes, and the fare is ₪13.50 ILS. The trains don’t operate during the Shabbat period, Friday evening to Saturday evening.
Buses
If you land at Terminal 1, take the shuttle opposite gate 4 to Terminal 3, where you can catch the free shuttle 5 to take you to Sharon / Golan, near Airport City. From here, board Egged bus 506 to Azrieli Mall / Begin Road. The trip takes about an hour, and fares vary, depending on the time and day. Ask your bus driver for a ticket.
Taxis
Taxi stands are located along the sidewalk on the ground floor level at the gate 03 exit, and on level 2 at the gate 21 exit. You can hail a cab and travel into the city in 30 – 50 minutes, depending on traffic, and it will cost you ₪130.00 ILS – ₪144.00 ILS during the day, or about ₪163.00 ILS at night.
Shuttles
Private and share-ride shuttle services are available at Ben Gurion airport, and must be booked in advance. Click here to arrange your ride.
Car rentals
If you want to rent a car while visiting Tel Aviv, you can find great deals on car rentals with momondo.
Tel Aviv is very walkable, as long as the heat isn’t unbearable, or you can use the Tel-o-fun bikes to get around a bit quicker. When you get tired, hop on a bus or splurge on a taxi ride. If you prefer to drive, be aware that the streets are busy, drivers are typically aggressive, and parking spaces are scarce.
Buses
City buses are operated by the Dan cooperative and serve most of Tel Aviv from 5.30am to midnight, except during Shabbat. The adult fare is ₪6.90 ILS, or you may purchase a day pass allowing unlimited travel around Tel Aviv for ₪13.50 ILS. Dan also runs a special tourist service, bus 100, in an open-top bus. It begins at the Old Port and includes stops at major museums and Old Jaffa, running hourly from 9am to 4pm, Sunday to Thursday, and to 1pm on Friday.
Taxis
You will easily find a taxi for Tel Aviv transportation and, by law, they are metered, so make sure the driver turns the meter on. You will pay legal surcharges above the metered fare on Shabbat and after 9pm. Expect to pay between ₪20.00 ILS and ₪30.00 ILS for a ride within the city center.
Bike Share
The city operates a bike-share program called Tel-o-Fun, with 2,000 bicycles, 200 stations, and there are 80 miles of bike lanes across Tel Aviv. Bikes are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, making this a great option for transport within the city. Purchase a 1-day or a 7-day access card and you can enjoy as many 30-minute rides as you like within that period. The 1-day card costs ₪17.00 ILS (₪23.00 ILS on Saturdays and holidays), and the 7-day card is ₪70.00 ILS.
Citizens of the United States with a valid passport can visit Israel for a maximum of 90 days without having to apply for or obtain a visa. For foreign nationals, please check the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
Tel Aviv’s beaches may be the hottest tourist attraction, but the city has much more to offer than its famous strip of sand. Nicknamed “The White City”, Tel Aviv was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Status in 2003 for its fine examples of Bauhaus architecture and, along with excellent shopping and dining, there are plenty of museums and trendy art galleries. Here are our top spots to visit, when you travel to Tel Aviv.
When you visit a local market, expect to haggle for your purchases. Whether you’re picking out a new pair of sunglasses, a piece of jewelry or some fresh fruit for your lunch, try to get a better price than what they ask for. If you don’t, you will be judged a ‘freier’ (a sucker).
Every week, from Friday sunset to Saturday sunset, during the Jewish Sabbath, there is a general calming, even in secular Tel Aviv. Some businesses will close and public transport is limited.