Ben Gurion Airport (TLV)

Arriving international passengers pass through passport control, collect baggage in the main hall, process through customs, and enter the public arrivals concourse on Level G of Terminal 3.

• Disembark and follow the main walkway towards the central hub of Terminal 3.
• Proceed through passport control; visitors receive a printed blue entry card slip instead of a physical passport stamp.
• Take the central ramp down to the baggage reclaim hall to collect checked luggage.
• Select either the green channel (nothing to declare) or red channel (goods to declare) at customs.
• Exit into the main arrivals hall on Level G, where ground transport and railway access are located.

• Zug

  Israel Railways Train

  Trains depart directly from Level S beneath Terminal 3. Note that trains do not operate during Shabbat (Friday late afternoon to Saturday evening).

  Dauer:

  roughly 15-25 minutes to central Tel Aviv stations

  Typische Kosten:

  typically 15-25 ILS

• Taxi

  Licensed Taxi

  Official metered taxis operate from designated ranks outside Level G of Terminal 3. Surcharges apply for night travel, weekends, and extra luggage.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-40 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  typically 130-200 ILS

• Taxi

  Shared Taxi (Monit Sherut)

  Shared minibuses run 24 hours a day, including during Shabbat, departing from outside the arrivals hall once full.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically 35-50 ILS

• Bus

  Public Bus

  Regional public buses connect the airport with nearby transit hubs, requiring a transfer to reach central Tel Aviv.

  Dauer:

  roughly 45-60 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  typically 10-15 ILS

Transfers between terminals are supported by a free shuttle bus service running continuously between Terminal 3 and Terminal 1.

• Shuttle bus stops are clearly marked outside the ground level of both terminals.
• Passengers transferring from international to domestic flights must claim luggage and clear customs before changing terminals.
• Allow a minimum of 3 hours for self-transfers or inter-terminal connections.

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout all public areas of Terminals 1 and 3.

• Connect to the official airport network from your device Wi-Fi settings.
• Accept the terms of service on the browser portal page to establish a connection.
• No SMS verification or local phone number is required.

Currency exchange counters and ATMs dispensing Israeli New Shekels (ILS) are located across both terminals.

• ATMs accepting international bank cards are situated in both arrival and departure halls.
• Currency exchange desks operate in the Terminal 3 arrivals hall.
• Credit and debit cards are widely accepted across Israel for public transport, taxis, and goods.

A range of dining options, including cafes, fast-food outlets, and bakeries, operate in both terminals.

• Food outlets are located in both the public arrivals area and airside departure concourses.
• Most food outlets within the terminal are certified Kosher.
• Selected coffee shops and snack outlets operate 24 hours a day.

Executive lounges are available in Terminal 3 for premium class passengers and lounge membership holders.

• Dan Lounges are located in departure concourses B and C.
• Access is provided to eligible business class passengers, airline status members, and major card networks.
• Pay-per-entry access is subject to capacity and availability.

There are no hotel facilities attached directly inside the passenger terminals, but options exist nearby.

• Hotels are located within a 10 to 15-minute taxi ride in adjacent commercial districts such as Airport City.
• Central Tel Aviv offers broad accommodation options accessible within 20 to 30 minutes via train or taxi.
• Travellers with long layovers should book accommodation prior to arrival.

Baggage reclaim carousels, short-term luggage storage, and lost property services are provided in Terminal 3.

• Luggage storage options are available on Level G of Terminal 3.
• Luggage trolleys are located free of charge near all baggage carousels and check-in areas.
• Report missing or damaged luggage immediately at your airline ground handler desk in the reclaim hall.

Family facilities including baby care rooms and play spaces are provided in Terminal 3.

• Baby nursing rooms equipped with changing tables are situated near primary restroom facilities.
• A children's play area is located in the central airside departure area of Terminal 3.
• Pushchairs can be used up to the aircraft gate upon departure.

• Free Wi-Fi
• ATMs & Currency Exchange
• Luggage Storage
• First Aid Station
• Prayer Rooms
• Car Rental Desks
• Taxi Services

Lokale Notrufnummer: 100 (Police), 101 (Ambulance). First aid station on Terminal 3 Level G.

• For medical assistance inside the terminal, notify airport staff or visit the first aid station on Level G.
• Police services maintain an operational office on Level G of Terminal 3.
• Contact your embassy in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem if your passport is lost or stolen.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Ben Gurion Airport (official)Offizielle Flughafenquelle
• Israel Population and Immigration AuthorityRegierungsquelle
• Israel Tax Authority - CustomsRegierungsquelle
• Israel Railways Official PortalOffizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• Israel Ministry of HealthRegierungsquelle