Actually the train ride takes about 12 minutes. I just taken the train from Tel Aviv when I went to cyprus two months ago. Very good article by the way. Keep up the good work. Votes: +1

I arrived in May 2005 for my seventh visit to Israel since 1988, and my first since the new terminal at Ben Gurion had opened.

It was amazing! It's a gorgeous, state-of-the-art facility, and completely different from the cattle barn, Third World feel of the old terminal. It was funny -- on our flight were a number of Israelis returning home from living abroad. Several of them, too, had not been home since the new terminal opened. We kept looking around with wide eyes, and finally I said to one, "Anachnu b'Yisrael?" ("Are we in Israel?"), and everyone broke up laughing.

It was worth the wait!

Douglas E. Duckett
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA Votes: +0

I'm about to take my third trip to Israel since the new complex opened. I remember telling my mother "I thought I was in Hong Kong". Votes: +1

i dont have words how could i say that,it was a nice ,funny moments that i have ever in airport. Votes: +1

Can anyone recommend a hotel NEAR to the Airport? I have a flight at 8am so need to stay close to the airport the night before. Or if you know a hotel in Tel Aviv that has a shuttle early in the morning I'd be happy to hear from you. Thanks. Shalom! Mark Votes: +9

How often does the train run to Tel Aviv and does it run 24 hours/day? Votes: +0

Check out the updated article above to see the train schedule. For more detailed info try the train service website: http://www.israrail.org.il/english/index.html
(though the site does seem rather disfunctional) Votes: +0

I signed up for a tour of Israel with a US tour company that will be conducted by Sar-El. Since I bought my own airline tickets, the US company told me I'm responsible for my own transfer arrangements. I'm not getting info from them or Sar-El on how to to it. My wife and I have to get to Netanya upon arrival, and we will be leaving from Jerusalem. Can anyone tell me a reliable company to contact in Israel for transfers?

Admin:
Dear Grant, you could get to Netanya either on a train, bus or taxi (assuming you don't want to hire a car). Try our Getting Around section, the Ben Gurion Airport website (listed above) or the website of Netanya's Municipality: http://www.netanya.muni.il/eng/ for further details. Enjoy your stay!
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We've yet to book our accomodation in Jerusalem - but how would we get to the airport from Jerusalem (probably the Old Town) in time for a flight leaving at 6.30am? Or would it be better to stay at a hotel near the airport the night before?

Reply by Admin: Dear Claire, there's no need to stay at a hotel by the airport - Ben Gurion is only a 30-40 min drive from Jerusalem. If you'd rather not take a regular taxi, you could order a Nesher Taxi, which picks up 12-16 people across Jerusalem and drives them to the airport. It may take some time to drive through the various stops, but price is substantially lower than a regular cab. Tel: 02-6257227
Good luck! Votes: +1

I am landing at Ben Gurion Airport very late (11pm) on a Thursday evening. How can I go directly to Jerusalem? Are there regular bus trips or should I order a taxi? How much does it cost? Or should I prefer to stay for the night at a nearby hotel and go to Jerusalem in the morning? Please give me your advice. Thank you Votes: +8

Hello! Is anybody can tell me the prices for public transportation? Buses etc... Votes: +4

i have the same problem as Vas Revi...except that im lanfing on a Tuesday...wich is the best way?! Votes: -2

My wife and I arrive Telaviv on Royal Jordonian from India in a 30 member goodwill mission at 7am on Sunday 31st August and take a whole day coach tour ending in Jerusalem. Where in the terminal can we find shower/changing facilities for large group? Votes: +4

Please could you tell me what is the best way of getting from Neve Zohar in the dead sea region to Tel Aviv airport on a Saturday for a flight at about 4 p.m.

If a taxi is the best way, please let me know the approximate costs.

Thank you in advance for your help. Votes: +0

Hello,
I will be arriving in the evening with young kids, and would like to stay at a hotel near the airport before going to Jerusalem the next day. Any hotels with an aiport shuttle?
Thanks,
Joel Votes: +1

Is it possible to get Jerusalem from Ben Gurion aerport by train ? What do I have to do?
Thanks
Clara Votes: +0

at my country the coin is the euro.there is any bank at the airport to change them with nis? Votes: +0

1) How can I go from Ben Gurion to Jerusalem considering that I'll land on Saturday at 4:30 a.m., during Sabbath?

2) Is it possible to pay with other currencies (Euro or Dollar) in Israel, besides NIS?

Thank you in advance!!!

Reply
Hi,
If you are traveling to Jerusalem you could either take a regular taxi or opt for the taxi-pull service, i.e. taxis that drop people off at various locations around Jerusalem. Naturally, the second option would be the cheaper one. You shouldn't have any problem spotting the service - they wait outside departures and offer their services. You should be able to pay in dollars, but it would be best if you could exchange a bit of money and pay in Shekels. Votes: +0

you can have cash from ATM at arrivals hall near the water fountain. there is also desk where you can change money if you dont have any cards. but think everyone has cash/debit/credit card...??!! :P

if you travel alone or with a friend, sherut is a good option. you can find sherut (and taxi too) right outside the airport, and in tel aviv outside of central bus station (tzemach david street), and in jerusalem at zion square (corner of jaffa road and ben yehuda), there are other places to get them too but these i know for sure. but you have to wait until sherut is full and it drops off people here and there and it could take a while. i also have not so pleasant experiences with sherut drivers as they dont take you where you want, they just drop you off in the middle of nowhere in terrible hurry. but usually it is nice and cheap way of getting around!

this time i will travel at night with 3 other people and i think we will have a regular taxi from jerusalem to ben gurion. no matter what will it cost, think it will be more convenient as we have 2 kids with us as well.

last time taxi from tel aviv-jaffa to ben gurion was 120 NIS (22 euros / 28 USD) and it took about 30 minutes. bus, train and taxi are much cheaper than here in my home country. =) Votes: +0

I' m arriving on sunday at 4;30 pm and what is the easy and safe way to get to Tiberias. please help Votes: +0

Most places in Israel accept dollars, euros and shekels. Sometimes the conversions in the shops favor one or the other -- for instance, anything touristy costs $1 or 1 ? or 5 Shekels, which means that dollars are a much better deal. Other times euros will be better, other times shekels. Votes: +0

Can anyone tell me if it's possible to get a taxi when arriving at 3.00 in the morning at Ben Gurion?

Thanks!
BR,

Reply
Sure! Taxis are available from Ben Gurion all hours of the day and night. Public transport if a little more difficult to come by, but taxis are always available. Votes: +1

duty liquor not allowed in us and eurpean flights from this airport.Its a real shame sice are plenty of goody deals to be found
would anybody comment why, and if this policy stands to be changed in the near future ?
the duty free company namely James Richards stands to loose a lot of business with North American and European Passenges >What is going on ???
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How do we get to Haifa from the airport in Tel Aviv at 3 a.m. in the morning on a Sunday????

Admin's Reply:
The easiest way would be a regular taxi, but there is also a Sherut service (large taxis shared by a number of passengers) that runs from Ben Gurion Airport to Haifa (Amal Taxis: 04-8676444).Additionally, there are a couple of night trains to Haifa, one leaving at 3:53. Please check the train schedule of the Israeli Rail Service for further information:http://www.rail.co.il/EN/ Votes: -1

Hi there,
In january my dad and I will go to Israel. We will arrive in the middle of the night at the airport. I understand that you can go to Jeruzalem by taxi the whole day (and night) but can somebody tell me how much that aproximately will cost?
Thank you very much! Votes: +1

6 of us will be arriving Sunday early morning 0.15 am. Our next group will arrive later at 9.am. We will need to regroup with them upon their arrival and start the tour then check in at hotel in Tiberias at the end of the day. What is the recommended hotel for short stay just to get refeshed and showered? and is it safe to take taxi in the middle of the night? Thanks. Votes: +0

1. Can anyone advise the price for a mini van for 8 pass from TLV to Jerusalem and from Tiberias to TLV?

2. How long would it take from Tiberias to TLV ? Votes: +0

Hello,
I arrive with my family at 18.30 pm on a Monday. Are there any public transportation to jerusalem in the evening? Or? Votes: +0

Ciao,
qualcuno sa dirmi come arrivare dall'aeroporto Ben Gurion alla stazione centrale degli autobus?
From airport to CBS Egged line to Jerusalem. Votes: +0

On 12/29/09 I've paid 50 NIS to go from Ben Gurion to Jerusalem Old City. The driver asked for 10e first. Votes: +0

Hi, great website....I arrive in Tel Aviv early on a Sat morning (my first visit) 3 am or so......Are there any public transport services to the Tel Aviv city centre or should I take cab (if available on the sabbath)....any idea how much NIS for the cab? Many thanks

Admin Reply
Dear Brendan,
Sadly there is no public transport on Saturday mornings, but there are ALWAYS taxis.
A private taxi to the center of Tel Aviv at that hour should be around NIS 130 ($35). You shouldn't have any trouble finding the taxis (plenty of signs). If you're traveling alone, you could, of course, try to share the taxi with other single travelers to reduce costs.
Good luck and hope you have a pleasant stay!
Tel Aviv Guide Team Votes: +0

I'll come to Israel sunday 21 february 2010. We'll arrive at +- 11.50 Pm, in the evening. Is it possible to take a bus, sherut or train to jerusalem? If it's not possible, can we take a bus, train or sherut to Tel Aviv at this hour? Thank you

Admin' Reply
Please take a look at the last section of this article which specifies the various forms of transportation to and from the airport. In reply to your question, the Sherut service to Jerusalem operates 24h (their schedule depends on arrivals).
Enjoy your stay! Votes: +0

I have a holiday in Israel booked for July with a Tel Aviv hotel as a base, what is the best way to get to Masada from Tel Aviv.

Thanks Votes: +0

Is there any public transport to Ben Gurion on 18th Sept 2010 (on the day of Yom Kippur)? My flight is departing at 20:00. Thank You!

Admin Reply
Well, actually, not only is there no public transportation on Yom Kipur - the custom is that no one drives and the roads remain empty on that day (until the evening, that is)... The only way of arriving at the airport by 17:30 would be a taxi, and that will probably be hard to come by (unless the day is especially short and night falls early). I would consult the airline. Good luck!
Tel Aviv Guide Team Votes: +0

Hi, I wonder more or less how much I'd have to pay for a private taxi from Ben Gurion airport to the old city of Jerusalem at 3 o'clock in the morning.
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Hello - We have a flight out of Ben Gurion at 22:00 on a Sunday, and are wondering if it's reasonable to do a day-trip to the Dead Sea (and Masada?) that day. Are there any tour-providers you know of that would pick us up in Tel Aviv and drop us at the airport? Or would public transport work? Thank you and Shalom! We look forward to our visit -

Admin Reply:
The Dead Sea is a great one day tour. Each direction should take about an hour and a half-two hours. A tour guide would be a more sensible idea if you have a flight to catch, but if you choose another day to go then a bus could also be a good option. For further details, try the tourist department in the Dead Sea are: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Enjoy your stay! Votes: +0

Do the trains going to Haifa and Jerusalem from Tel Aviv have on board restrooms? Thanks Votes: +0

i will arrive in tel aviv from sao paulo brasil for 8 business day. can you inform how to spend two days in eilat on the friday and saturday and get back to cesarea
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