Flying from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Hamburg.
To ensure you get on your HAM to TLV flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Tel Aviv (and then exploring more of Israel!) is easy with Eurowings. This popular airline offers direct flights from Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Eurowings on this route.
Among carriers operating HAM to TLV flights, Eurowings has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. These are the top stopovers between HAM and TLV:
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
Rhodes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight is $147. A return ticket is currently $290. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from HAM to TLV, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HAM to TLV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Handy information about Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hamburg International Airport, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Hamburg International Airport from central Hamburg, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near HAM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Tel Aviv's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
From Ben Gurion Intl Airport, Tel Aviv is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Hamburg International Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HAM to TLV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Israel
You've visited Tel Aviv, now it's time to discover more of Israel. Journey around 56 kilometres south-east to Jerusalem to tick off its top attractions. From Old City of Jerusalem to Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Haifa is another sought-after destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without experiencing Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).

