Search flights to Jerusalem Intl. Airport

The easiest and most comfortable way to get to Jerusalem is to fly to Israel's capital, Tel Aviv, and use alternatives such as taxi, airport shuttle or car rental. Atarot Airport, which serves Jerusalem and its immediate surroundings, I closed down because of security reasons, thus who want to reach the city can use Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv.

Jerusalem, considered as an important center for three Semitic religions, is also close to Amman, Jordan's capital city. If you wish you can also fly to Amman, cross the border by road and come to Jerusalem. However, this route can be longer and more difficult than Tel Aviv due to the long queues and control operations at the border. Moreover, the facilities offered for transportation via the city Tel Aviv are extremely comfortable and economical compared to Amman.

You can fly directly from Istanbul and many cities in Europe to Tel Aviv and you can travel to the city with options like airport taxi, and airport shuttle waiting for your passengers just outside the terminal. You can also rent a car from the airport for going to the city, but this can be a little challenging because of the checks made along the alternative route.

It is possible to travel between the airport and the city center of Jerusalem almost every hour of the day with the airport services which is the most economical option for transportation from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Taxis are a little more expensive than shuttles, but if you are travelling with heavy luggage, you can also opt for a taxi to avoid difficulties after getting of the shuttle.  

The distance of the airport to Jerusalem is about 40 kilometers and it usually takes 45-50 minutes depending on the route and traffic situation. In Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport, which welcomes passengers coming from different parts of the world every year to reach Jerusalem, everything is thought to provide a more comfortable and enjoyable flight experience for passengers.

You can enjoy shopping at extremely affordable prices at duty free stores located at the airport, and you can have both pre and post dinner meals at the airport at the restaurants that offer different choices of travelers from both Israel and world cuisine.

You can find everything you need when you are waiting for your flight or when you land in the city, thanks to the airport's work areas, private passenger lounges and wireless internet facilities.

Airport Shuttle

Tel Aviv Airport shuttles are one of the most preferred means of transportation from Ben Gurion International Airport to Jerusalem. Shuttles waiting for their passengers just outside the airport terminal building serve almost every hour of the day, on frequent intervals. Generally, shuttles departing every 10 minutes take their passengers to Jerusalem within 1 hour, depending on traffic and conditions of the road.

Airport shuttle fares are also very convenient in the city. The amount you will pay for the trip is around $ 10-20. If you do not have the Israeli shekel, which is the Israeli currency, then you can also pay in dollars or euros. If you want to exchange currency, you can use the exchange office or the ATMs at the airport, which you can find at the terminal immediately after your flight lands.

Taxi

Another alternative to reach Jerusalem is the taxis. You can reach the city at any time of day by taxi which you can find at the terminal of Tel Aviv Airport. The distance between the airport and the city is not too short. For this reason, the amount you will pay for the taxi will be higher than airport shuttles.

However, if you are a family or traveling with your friends you can make a more economical journey by taking a taxi together. The taxis in the city are extremely comfortable and generally quite spacious. You can also carry a lot of goods with you by taxi.

Shared Car

If your flight is late and you do not have access to airport shuttles, you can also use shared cars, which operate almost 24 hours a day. Working with a classical taxi-like system, these vehicles are waiting for their passengers at the terminal gate and moving after they have taken a few passengers.

You can also book in advance for shared cars. But if you do not have a reservation and still want to use these vehicles, all you have to do is meet the waiting taxis in front of the airport terminal. You can travel to Jerusalem at much more affordable rates by sharing your taxi with other passengers.

Car Rental

You can also rent a car from the airport to reach Jerusalem from Tel Aviv. However, car rental may be a more challenging option due to the intensive security measures taken in and around Jerusalem. There are offices of many car rental companies in the city such as AVIS, Hertz, Enterprise, Budget and Europcar. If you do not have a good knowledge of the roads, you can choose a vehicle with navigation, or you can take advantage of the navigation of the mobile devices you have.

One of the most important conditions for renting a car in the city is the driver's license. If you are considering renting a car in Tel Aviv, make sure you have your driver's license. If you rent your car via internet, you can take the vehicle after a few short transactions and you can head to the city.

Limousine

Make sure to check out the limousine rental options if you want to make a more luxurious and comfortable journey when traveling from Tel Aviv Airport to Jerusalem. There are alternatives to rent a luxury car from both the airport and the city center. The features of these vehicles should offer a much more comfortable travel experience than other alternatives. Moreover, you do not need to drive with these limousines that serve with drivers.

Passengers are using the Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport for transportation to the city due to the security measures taken at Atarot Airport, which is much closer to Jerusalem. The distance of the airport to Jerusalem is about 40 kilometers.

To overcome this distance, passengers usually choose airport buses and taxis; there are also the options such as car rental and shared car.

Among the means of transportation that you can use to get to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport from the city center, the bus, which is also known as airport shuttle service, is the most economical one. These services consistently carry passengers between the airport and Jerusalem during the day. At the same time, the price of the shuttle buses, the most preferred alternative, are very reasonable. If you do not have a lot of time to catch your plane, you can take a taxi in the city or share it with more than one passenger, making the taxi a much more economical sharing tool.

Car rental is not a highly recommended option, especially for first time visitors to the city, due to frequent checks. However, if you wish, you can also rent a car from the city center.

Airport Shuttle

With these services, one of the fastest and most economical means of transportation between Jerusalem and the airport, you can be at the Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport at the end of a journey of approximately one hour.

The prices of the airport shuttles are also very good considering the long distance between the two cities. If you do not have heavy luggage, you can easily get to the airport from the center of Jerusalem with these shuttles. However, if your luggage is heavy and you are not close to the point of departure of the shuttles, a taxi or shared car may be a much more viable option.

Taxi

You can easily find a taxi at any time of day in the city and you can start your journey towards Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport. The interior of the cabins is very spacious and comfortable. However, prices may be much higher than buses and shared vehicles. If you are willing to pay this amount, the taxi will be the most convenient and fastest alternative for you. Although it varies depending on the situation of the traffic, the taxis in the city are usually at the airport within 40 minutes.

Shared Cars

It is also possible to use shared cars for getting to the airport in Tel Aviv and other parts from Jerusalem. Shared cars are taxis used by those who want to travel to the airport for a much lower fee by sharing the car with other passengers. It is possible to find it at the city center as well as at the airport terminal. If you are planning to use the shared car to travel to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport from Jerusalem, remember to negotiate the price with the taxi driver and other passengers before you get on. You can also make payments in dollars or other currencies, but using shekel, Israel's currency, will be much more advantageous in this sense.

Car Rental

Renting a car in the city is not often preferred, but it is among your alternatives to reach the airport. It will be much more comfortable and advantageous to rent the car immediately after arriving at the Ben Gurion Airport located in Tel Aviv for those who are going to reach the city via Tel Aviv. By doing so you can easily discover both Jerusalem and its surroundings and you can easily reach your flight by delivering your car to the rental offices located at the airport.

Limousine

You can rent a limousine if you want to make your transport in the city with a more comfortable vehicle and a driver. In this regard, you have much more options in the capital Tel Aviv. One of the most important advantages of limousines and other luxurious vehicles that serve with a driver is that it offers the opportunity to travel to many destinations much faster and easier thanks to local drivers who know the region well.

Airport Information

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport is the first choice of the passengers who want to reach Jerusalem, and is about 20 minutes from Tel Aviv city center. Traveling between the airport and Jerusalem, a distance of 40 kilometers, requires a journey of 45-50 minutes. This time may be shorter or longer depending on the traffic condition on the road.

In front of the airport terminal building, alternatives such as taxis and shared cars are waiting for those who want to reach the center of Jerusalem. To overcome the distance between the two cities, passengers also have options such as car rental and limousine.

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport hosts a number of restaurants where you can try examples from the world, especially from Israel and Europe, clothing, cosmetics, souvenir shops where you can shop before and after your journey, a duty free offering of almost everything you need, and kiosk where you can buy books or newspapers.

While you are waiting for your flight in the private passenger lounges located at the airport, you can enjoy delicious treats, many privileged services, use the internet and recharge your mobile devices.

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport also has an area hosting many exhibitions throughout the year. If you have to wait a longer time before your flight, you can visit the exhibitions here.

From the exchange office located at the airport, it is possible to exchange both the currency of your country with the Israeli Shekel and perform other exchange operations.

You can complete many banking transactions from the ATM devices that you will find at different points of the terminal.