Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cape Town.
Your CPT to TLV flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CPT and TLV:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Currently, ₹ 39,061 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 63,701. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from CPT to TLV. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Cape Town International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CPT to TLV.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cape Town International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and find adventure across Tel Aviv and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to the centre of Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you want to visit Tel Aviv during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CPT to TLV sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many places in Israel waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Israel, head for Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are among its highlights.
