Cheap Flights from Tel Aviv (TLV) to San Francisco (SFO)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ben Gurion Intl to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in September.

Ben Gurion Intl to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ben Gurion Intl to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

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Cheapest flight found$1,398
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Ben Gurion Intl to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ben Gurion Intl to San Francisco International is $1,398. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ben Gurion Intl to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,398.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Ben Gurion Intl to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Ben Gurion Intl to San Francisco International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ben Gurion Intl Airport and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • Around 15 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

  • The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is nine hours behind Tel Aviv.

  • Every week, there are seven Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 00:05 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 00:55 with United Airlines.

  • Your TLV to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • United Airlines offers direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.

  • United Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • $559 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,398. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from TLV to SFO by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from TLV to SFO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

  • Of all flights leaving Ben Gurion International Airport, 72.9% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Ben Gurion International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to TLV:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TLV to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Francisco has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • Fresno is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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