Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
(נמל התעופה בן גוריון)
International Airport
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"the best place in israel!! :)"(18 Tips)
"Best duty free stores ( perfume wise) I have been to."(20 Tips)
"Make sure to be at the airport at least 3 hours before departure."(15 Tips)
"Take El Al and security line is super fast , almost none"(7 Tips)
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Jakob D.June 19, 2014Lots of security checks, multiple luggage & passport checks, etc. But all the staff and security people are patient and nice though, so it is not so bad, only time-consuming. Be here in good time.
It's a big but well-planned and clean airport. Be ready for tight security check.
Upvoted 2 weeks ago
Chris BryantOctober 11, 2018When people recommend getting here 3 hours early, it’s no joke. Security here is (understandably) tight and there are many checkpoints to get through. That said, we’ll organized and friendly people!
Upvoted Mar 17
Alex SlepianApril 28, 2014Make sure to get to the airport at least 3 hours early. Even to just go through security with a carry on the wait is an hour and you are asked tons of questions.Upvoted 1 week ago
Andrew CJuly 20, 2016Best security in the world-always feel safe and secure here!!! Make sure to arrive earlier than usual to go thru the extra security measures
Victoria PolovkoOctober 11, 2017The aviation security is on the highest level! The duty free shops give the wide choices, moreover, if you are a flight attendant, you have the opportunity to get the good discount 😉✈️❤️
Joana Pastor HelferJuly 26, 2019Make sure you give yourself at least three hours before your flight, specially if you have been to the Middle East and south east Asia.... Airport security is gonna be a pain!
heidi harmanJune 2, 2016Nice and fresh AirPort. Endless security and passport checks with as friendly (as the situation allows) staff.
Jesús CatalánJune 12, 2019Be prepared to answer a long interrogatory as if you were a criminal, especially when you are leaving the country.
Magdalena WeinerSeptember 18, 2018I thought it would be bigger it’s well designed and manageable. Security is of course very strict but everyone is very very polite and respectful.Not a lot of shopping and eating possibilities though
Tom MorrisOctober 27, 2011Get to Ben Gurion as early as you can for your flight: if you aren't an Israeli citizen, the security takes a really long time. Try to remain calm even with the slightly intrusive questions.
The White HouseMarch 20, 2013"Why does the United States stand so strongly, so firmly with the State of Israel? And the answer is simple. We stand together because we share a common story" —President Obama at the arrival ceremony Read more
Free WiFi, delicious food but no true sit down dining. Some duty free shops but the place is small. Make sure to show up at least three hours in advance as the security check is strict = long lines.- The concept of a line in Israel is quite blurry. So when entering the line for gate security, keep your elbows out, because Israeli people will be cutting the line right and left. Enjoy :-)
NFTY in IsraelMarch 16, 2011A rarity for an airport, check out the palm tree-lined garden outside Terminal 3. It includes citrus orchards, agricultural fields, olive groves, and stone terraces.
Best coffee can be found in concourse E all the way at the end. Don’t get fulled by the options in the main plaza.
Vassilis TsApril 22, 2016Modern airport which is usually very busy. I like its design and it's convenient!
Vladimir SitnikovSeptember 2, 2013I'm impressed after reading all above tips. Check in and border control were really fast. Architecture deserves special mention. Very clean and light airport. Free wi-fi available.
Sandra BensoussanAugust 28, 2016Unlimited wifi, so silly with airports that have only for 1hour. Good taxfree ,air conditioning, nice looking airport :)
Mss Kate ConBotasSeptember 2, 2013Be patient to pass multiple baggage checks, passport and questions. You should be about 4 hours before your flight departure.
Mehmet GündoğanDecember 28, 2013They are asking bullshit questions juat before checkin. Answer as short as possible :) if you answer like a story they are very very curious about listening the story and much more.. desperate guys.
Visne KirazNovember 19, 2019I’ve travelled to 70 countries and this has the funniest security check. I have Dutch passport and they asked me the origin of my name. Because it is Turkish, they put me in their famous check.
Remember, there are two security checks, each one can easily take more than an hour. Especially if you have a beard!
Wanna know which Dan lounge is less crowded? Look at the flights list on the screens on the concourses entrance and go to the one with less flights. That will also one be to accept cc "arrangements"
Matthias Poynder-MearesJune 22, 2016Arrive early and be calm, relaxed and confident. 2/3 hours before is recommended. Free WiFi everywhere!
Haydée VeintimillaAugust 25, 2013Most strict airport security in the World. You´ll need more than 4-5 hours before flight departure. Expect check of ALL bags, item by item
Flying out is a pain as security checks and lines are sometimes slower then usual. Overall great airport and lots of options for shopping and relaxing while waiting for your flight.
People not checking in luggage and with a boarding pass can avoid the lines at the regular check in desks and go to the expedited ones adjacent to the first security checkup. You're welcome :)
Jean-Francois DesmeulesMarch 27, 2014Arrive minimum 4 h before your flight. Security screening is the most severe in the world.
Cyndie Da RochaJune 16, 2017Airy, well designed and structured airport. Love the starred shape for finding you gate. Only thing is the shops are quite expensive.
Andrew BC 翁 ÔNGMarch 13, 2015Big & great architecture-designed airport unfortunately long queue for security check
Joyce ChengMarch 10, 2018Strict airport security- expect many questions and check points . Also leave ur luggage unlocked when you check in your bags
Jerry MannelDecember 8, 2013Also arrive a bit early for the flights. The security process before and after check-in could take time.
Francesca RomanaSeptember 13, 2015Not clear you need to pass a first security check. You risk to miss your flight. Once passed that usually the rest goes smoothly.
Well designed airport with lots of shopping and a huge fountain in the middle.
Dmitry PupkovAugust 24, 2014Free WiFi. If you're going to TelAviv you can take a train/bus. There're shuttle buses to other cities (e.g. Jerusalem). Taxis have a choice between fixed price to nearby cities or using a meter.
Hey, border control, if you have 32 desks but only have 4 open for the 300+ people in line, don't be surprised if the population thinks you're overpaid and useless.- EliskaMay 5, 2017going to the security check with those you're travelling with (family etc.) makes the process quicker and the questions bs free
Erik AdelsonDecember 12, 2021Get here as early as possible. Security takes a lot of time. If buying alcohol make sure you can bring it through your connection before getting in the duty free line.
Tom RothenbergSeptember 24, 2014Pondering checking in bag or taking on plane? Check it. Or else, you'll be doing lots of repacking @ xray. They take security seriously - everything's getting taken apart & swabbed.
Robert KamererMarch 20, 2013Security can hold you up for up to an hour. Give yourself enough time so you don't miss your flight.
Martin AssmannNovember 25, 2012Free wifi available at the airport. A taxi to Tel Aviv is about 130 NIS. Use the taximeter if you feel not confident to evaluate a fixed price. Ask the taxi driver for local recommendations.
Nice but quiet big airport. There are designated smoking areas at the end of every isle (A,B,C,D) on the right side.
Kyriakos G. 🍺 🍔November 13, 2017Welcome to Israel! When it's time for your departure remember to be here 3 or 4 hours prior your flight. Be prepared to wait and be asked random questions, expect also 3 or 4 passport checks...
Power socket with a chair is available on the ground floor on the right side between the elevator hall and "do not enter" signed door.
Natalia BeloshytskayaFebruary 21, 2015No need to hurry while off-boarding and passport control: your luggage will be the last anyway 😂 however, the airport is pretty nice and duty free section is really huge.
Lukasz GadowskiJanuary 4, 2015guter Flughafen, vernünftige Läden ; for 125usd you can bypass border Control and security lines. makes sense. professional staff.
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Israel's largest international airport handled 23 million passengers in 2018. It serves as an international gateway to the majority of Israel, and is a hub for El Al, Israir Airlines and Arkia Israel Airlines.
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