Travelling from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
Tel Aviv is nine hours behind Melbourne. Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to TLV.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to TLV. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Melbourne to TLV flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Avalon Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
About Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near TLV and shut your eyes sooner:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport flight.
Getting from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Central Tel Aviv is around 18 kilometres from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
$649 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,566. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to TLV. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
November is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Tel Aviv based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Melbourne to TLV plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tel Aviv to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tel Aviv
Start your Tel Aviv trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Tel Aviv isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you can't miss include Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Frishman Beach.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Israel just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, a visit to Nahariyya will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Achziv Sea Reserve, Akhziv Beach and Banana Beach.
Eilat is another sought-after destination in Israel and is around 274 kilometres south of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without a visit to Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve, Underwater Observatory Marine Park and Dolphin Reef.