Travelling from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to London: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
London is two hours behind Tel Aviv, where Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
With 24 flights a week between the two airports, Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from TLV to LHR is with El Al at 17:00.
To avoid missing your TLV to London flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, 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 international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Book a direct Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London ticket and make it to your destination faster. TLV offers nonstop flights to these London airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Direct flights from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London are offered by a variety of airlines. Book your seat with any of these:
TLV is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Tel Aviv. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near TLV? If you're boarding an early flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
78% of flights leaving from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to London
£49 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £103. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from TLV to London, reserve your journey ten months ahead of your departure.
The best month for landing cheap Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kms (15 miles). It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from TLV to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your TLV to London flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW can help you lock in a better rate.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 56 kms (35 miles) from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share after your flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is about 45 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel near STN. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your TLV to London flight:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to London
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Book a Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TLV to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport to London, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are just two of the big attractions to put on your London itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 257 kms (160 miles) northwest to Manchester to tick off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another side of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 161 kms (100 miles) northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key reasons to visit.