Flying from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Hop on a direct Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
Tel Aviv is one hour ahead of Rome. Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
With 47 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) is the busiest route. El Al operates the earliest flight at 12:30am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from FCO to TLV is with El Al at 11:55pm.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Rome to TLV. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Direct flights from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) operate from here.
Numerous airlines at FCO operate direct flights from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport. Among the top picks are:
ITA Airways is the airline most travellers choose for flights from FCO to TLV.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Arkia Israeli Airlines.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Rome to TLV that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FCO and TLV include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
Palese Airport (BRI)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Of all flights leaving Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on time at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Split up your flight from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and TLV are:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Rhodes Airport (RHO)
CIA is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your Rome to TLV flight:
73.18% of all departures from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Tel Aviv's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport flight.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Currently, $71 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $159. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rome to TLV.
The best month for picking up cheap Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Rome to TLV.
Save money on your flight from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
April is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Rome to TLV flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Tel Aviv
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tel Aviv right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Rome to Ben Gurion International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Jaffa Old City are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Tel Aviv itinerary.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Israel you'll want to see. About 113 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, a visit to Nahariyya will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Israel, consider Eilat, roughly 274 kilometres south of Tel Aviv. Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site are among the biggest draws.