Traveling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, making Tel Aviv nine hours ahead of Seattle.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SEA to TLV flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SEA and TLV:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
At the moment, AED 1,566 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 3,262. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SEA to TLV if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 23 kilometers from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SEA? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tel Aviv and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to central Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tel Aviv. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SEA to TLV around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Israel just waiting to be discovered. Around 56 kilometers south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Israel, consider Haifa, about 80 kilometers north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are the start of reasons to visit.