Travelling from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Batumi Airport (BUS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Batumi is two hours ahead of Tel Aviv and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Each week, there are 13 Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 05:15 El Al flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:45 with Arkia Israeli Airlines.
To ensure you catch your TLV to BUS flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
EL AL Israel Airlines is your gateway to exploring Batumi (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Georgia!). Check out the direct flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport offered by this popular carrier.
EL AL Israel Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier offering TLV to BUS flights is EL AL Israel Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 79.66% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Batumi Airport (BUS)
Currently, $151 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $298. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from TLV to BUS.
The cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
78% of flights leaving from Ben Gurion Intl Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Ben Gurion Intl Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near TLV:
Arriving at Batumi Airport (BUS)
After your Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport flight has landed, unwind and relax at a hotel close by. Nino and Ali is a convenient option within easy reach of BUS.
Pick up a Batumi Airport rental car and discover Batumi and beyond with your own wheels. TBILISICARS.COM, Avis and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Batumi Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Batumi Airport (BUS) to central Batumi
Batumi Airport to central Batumi has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It typically takes 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Batumi Airport (BUS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Batumi. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Batumi is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Batumi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TLV to BUS in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Georgia
You've visited Batumi, now it's time to discover other corners of Georgia. Journey around 257 kilometres east to Tbilisi to check off its leading sights. From Peace Bridge to Georgian National Museum and Vorontsov's Palace, your itinerary will be busy.
Kutaisi is another favourite destination in Georgia and is around 113 kilometres north-east of Batumi. No journey is complete without seeing Bagrati Cathedral, St. Peter and Paul Apostles Church and Park of Glory.