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.

• Trem

  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).

  Tempo:

  roughly 15-25 minutes to central Tel Aviv stations

  Custo médio:

  typically 15-25 ILS

• Táxi

  Licensed Taxi

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

  Tempo:

  roughly 20-40 minutes depending on traffic

  Custo médio:

  typically 130-200 ILS

• Táxi

  Shared Taxi (Monit Sherut)

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

  Tempo:

  roughly 30-45 minutes

  Custo médio:

  typically 35-50 ILS

• Ônibus

  Public Bus

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

  Tempo:

  roughly 45-60 minutes

  Custo médio:

  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

Número de emergência local: 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.

• Verifique a validade do seu passaporte e qualquer visto, ETA ou declaração de entrada necessária.
• Confirme seu terminal de partida no seu cartão de embarque no dia anterior.
• Ative um eSIM de viagem para estar online no momento em que pousar.
• Baixe mapas offline e tire um print do endereço do seu hotel e da referência de reserva.
• Avise seu banco que você vai viajar e leve um cartão de pagamento reserva.
• Salve o número de emergência local e o contato da sua embaixada no seu telefone.
• Fotografe seu passaporte e guarde a cópia em um lugar acessível offline.
• Verifique a franquia de bagagem e quaisquer itens restritos para o seu destino.

As operações do aeroporto mudam. Sempre confirme terminais, tarifas e horários com as fontes oficiais abaixo antes de viajar.

• Ben Gurion Airport (official)Fonte oficial do aeroporto
• Israel Population and Immigration AuthorityFonte governamental
• Israel Tax Authority - CustomsFonte governamental
• Israel Railways Official PortalFonte oficial de transporte
• Israel Ministry of HealthFonte governamental