Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 15 hours.
Los Angeles is nine hours behind Tel Aviv and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Choose from seven weekly Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. The 00:45 departure with El Al is the earliest you can take. El Al operates the latest service of the day at 10:45.
Leave plenty of time to make your TLV to LAX flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
El Al offers direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Los Angeles — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is El Al.
The most punctual carrier offering TLV to LAX flights is El Al. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.85% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is $1,010. A return plane ticket is currently $1,467. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from TLV to LAX.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
72.9% of flights that leave from Ben Gurion International Airport land at their destination on time.
Ben Gurion International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near TLV. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're landing on a late Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near LAX:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Los Angeles in May.
Before locking in your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from TLV to LAX in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among its highlights.