Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Riyadh.
Your RUH to TLV flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between RUH and TLV include:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight is ₹ 16,369. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ₹ 69,244. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RUH to TLV, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RUH to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH touch down on schedule 86.76% of the time.
To get to King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Tel Aviv's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Tel Aviv based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RUH to TLV sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Jerusalem is just one of the many places in Israel waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tel Aviv. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If there's time to check out another corner of Israel, consider Haifa, roughly 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are highlights.
