Travelling from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours.
Tel Aviv is two hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 20 London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, go for the 07:15 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:45 with El Al.
Your LTN to TLV flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, so jetting off to Tel Aviv (and then visiting more of Israel!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Wizz Air UK.
Among carriers operating LTN to TLV flights, EL AL Israel Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LTN and TLV:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
$78 is the best price for a one-way London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Return flights start at $196. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from LTN to TLV by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about London Luton Airport (LTN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Luton Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Luton Airport is around 56 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LTN:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and venture far and wide through Tel Aviv and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Ben Gurion Intl Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion Intl Airport to the centre of Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London Luton Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tel Aviv. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from London Luton 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).
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LTN to TLV around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Israel just waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Old City of Jerusalem, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall.
Haifa is another must-experience destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without seeing Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).


