$78 Flights from Istanbul (ISTA) to Ben Gurion Intl (TLV)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl

Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Tel Aviv below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ben Gurion Intl.

Istanbul to Tel Aviv: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$78
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAir Nostrum
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl is $149. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl.
Air Nostrum flies direct from Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl.
There are 2 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Ben Gurion Intl Airport on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ben Gurion Intl but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tel Aviv is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Ben Gurion Intl is SKY express.

Traveling from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV).

  • The timezone in Tel Aviv is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul. Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to TLV. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Istanbul to TLV with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IST and TLV include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)

  • Traveling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 30 miles in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Break up your flight from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and TLV include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Batumi Airport (BUS)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 30 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to TLV flight:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.

About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

  • Have a late flight from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near TLV and hit the pillow fast:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and discover more of Tel Aviv and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport flight.

Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv

  • Ben Gurion International Airport to central Tel Aviv is about 9 miles. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

  • At the moment, $78 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $149. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Istanbul to TLV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • Cheap Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Istanbul to TLV.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Tel Aviv. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), which may be ideal if you're after more action.

  • The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 75ºF and 90ºF. Book your Istanbul to TLV plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January has temperatures of between 50ºF and 66ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Ben Gurion International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Tel Aviv

Explore more of Israel

  • Nahariyya is just one of the many places in Israel waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tel Aviv. Around 70 miles away to the north, top sights here include Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.

  • Eilat is another standout destination in Israel and is around 170 miles south of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without experiencing Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site.

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