Traveling from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), there's a good selection of airports to start your journey from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's major terminals.
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of Washington DC. Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Washington DC to TLV. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to TLV departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 8 kilometers from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
76.44% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport arrive at their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and TLV include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
You can get to IAD from the center of Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kilometers or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to TLV flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Choosing a flight ticket from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) with one or more stops can offer you more departure time choices along with better fares. When leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here's where you can make a pit stop at on your way to TLV:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
From the center of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometers away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations within the expected time frame. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Consider staying in a hotel near TLV if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport. Settle into one of these options and call it a night faster:
Grab a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car and explore Tel Aviv and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport flight.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is around 14 kilometers from central Tel Aviv. The time it takes to get to the center in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
At the moment, AED 976 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,352. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to TLV. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport ticket.
Never miss a deal on flight tickets from Washington DC to TLV by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Tel Aviv. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Washington DC to TLV flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Tel Aviv
Start your Tel Aviv trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Ben Gurion International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Sunset Point Tel Aviv and Hilton Beach are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Tel Aviv must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Jaffa Old City.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Israel you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometers north of Tel Aviv, a trip to Nahariyya will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.
Eilat is another standout destination in Israel and is around 274 kilometers south of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without visiting Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site.