Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
Marseille is one hour behind Tel Aviv and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from TLV to MRS start from 04:10 — the earliest with El Al. The latest departure is at 17:45 with El Al. In total, there are five weekly Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your TLV to MRS flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ryanair has direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Marseille — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
$165 is the best price for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. A return flight starts at $323. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TLV to MRS.
The cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from TLV to MRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
72.9% of flights departing from Ben Gurion International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near TLV? If you're boarding an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MRS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Marseille Provence Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or Free2move and discover more of Marseille and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Marseille Provence Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
From Marseille Provence Airport, Marseille is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Marseille based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport for August if you want to explore Marseille during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TLV to MRS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've seen Marseille, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Lyon to check off its leading sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in France, head for Toulouse, roughly 322 kilometres west of Marseille. Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf are key highlights.