Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv is one hour behind Kuwait and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your KWI to TLV flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between KWI and TLV include:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Currently, RM1,262 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM3,022. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from KWI to TLV, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KWI to TLV by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that depart KWI reach their destination on time.
To get to Kuwait International Airport from central Kuwait, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to KWI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Reserve a hotel near TLV if you're on a late Kuwait International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and chase adventure across Tel Aviv and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
From Ben Gurion International Airport, Tel Aviv is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Tel Aviv in April.
Lock in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport for August if you want to visit Tel Aviv during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KWI to TLV in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Israel just waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Israel, consider Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are highlights.
