Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Paris: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris is 4 hours 24 minutes.
Paris is 1 hour behind Tel Aviv, where Ben Gurion International Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route, with 39 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from TLV to CDG is with EL AL Israel Airlines at 19:20. Go for the first departure operated by EL AL Israel Airlines at 01:00 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from TLV to Paris, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris that touches down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris are offered by a good range of airlines. Fly with any of these:
You can visit France for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Israel. But before booking your cheap tickets from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
TLV is around 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 43 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near TLV. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Paris
$137 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $305. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from TLV to Paris, book your journey 4 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris is December. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to CDG if you're taking a late flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is located around 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 34 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 57 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from TLV to Paris:
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris. June is the most popular month to travel to Paris. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Paris, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from TLV to Paris in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
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