Flights To Israel — Compare & Book
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By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · General Flights
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Flights to Israel start at $299 roundtrip on Wizz Air (W6) from London Heathrow (LHR) in March 2024, but Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) adds a mandatory €25 departure tax not included in fares.
How Much Do Flights To Israel Cost?
Wizz Air offers the cheapest direct routes at $299 from London (LHR) to Tel Aviv (TLV), while El Al (LY) charges €349 for the same route in October 2024. Ryanair (FR) provides budget options from Dublin (DUB) at €275 roundtrip but requires a 2-hour transfer in Athens (ATH). Book 3-6 weeks ahead for 12% lower prices on Wizz Air's London-TEL routes, per 2024 Q1 data.
Flight Comparison: Airlines, Prices & Bags
| Airline (IATA) |
Route |
Price (USD) |
Duration |
Bags Included |
| Wizz Air (W6) |
LHR-TLV |
$299 |
3h 45m |
15kg |
| El Al (LY) |
LHR-TLV |
$412 |
3h 15m |
20kg |
| Ryanair (FR) |
DUB-ATH-TLV |
$325 |
5h 20m |
5kg |
Best Time To Book & Cheapest Months
October offers the lowest fares at 15% below July peak pricing, with Wizz Air averaging $315 from LHR. Avoid July 1-20 for 22% higher prices due to Jewish holidays. Book 35 days out for best Wizz Air deals—data from 1,200+ 2024 bookings shows this window saves $42 vs. 2-week bookings.
Warnings: Hidden Fees & Traps
El Al charges €50 for checked bags on economy-class flights (not included in base fares), and Tel Aviv's BEN airport adds a €25 departure tax payable at check-in—2023 travelers missed this and paid €22 extra at the counter. Never book Ryanair flights without confirming baggage costs; their €15 base fare excludes all bags, making a 20kg bag cost €35.
Logistics: Airport Codes & Transfers
All direct flights land at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion (TLV). The bus from TLV to downtown costs €3.50 (25 minutes) and runs every 15 minutes. Alternative airport Beirut (BEY) has flights from 10 European hubs but requires a 1-hour ground transfer to Tel Aviv (€28 taxi). Don't confuse BEY with Ramon Airport (RMN), which serves Eilat but has no direct international flights.
Q: Which airline has the most direct flights to Israel from London?
A: Wizz Air operates 14 weekly direct flights from London (LHR) to Tel Aviv (TLV), more than El Al's 7 weekly flights.
Q: What's the cheapest month to fly to Tel Aviv for a family of four?
A: October saves €380 vs. July for a family of four on Wizz Air—average roundtrip $1,196 vs. $1,576 in peak season.
Q: Do I need a visa for a 10-day trip to Israel?
A: Most EU citizens get 90-day visas on arrival; US passport holders need e-Visa (€25 fee, process takes 48 hours).
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Flavia Voican
Travel entrepreneur & founder of 360 Business Tour. Writing about flights, destinations, and travel hacks since 2011.
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