Tel Aviv airport (TLV)

ALERT: Due to the ongoing conflict in the region, the airport is operating under special protocols, with many flights rescheduled, cancelled and special repatriation flights in operation.

Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), opened on 14 April 1936 and named after Israel's first Prime Minister, is the country's main air gateway and a global benchmark in airport security systems. It serves as the principal connection point for Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The airport operates domestic flights to Eilat and an extensive international route network linking major cities such as New York, London, Paris, Madrid, Rome, Frankfurt, Dubai and Istanbul, as well as various destinations across Asia and Africa.

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Terminals

The airport has two terminals operating 24 hours a day, although their level of activity may vary depending on demand and the security situation:

• Terminal 1: Mainly used for domestic flights and low-cost airline operations.
• Terminal 3: The main and most modern terminal, handling most international traffic and customs services.

A free shuttle bus service links both terminals and the long-term parking areas. The service operates approximately every 15 to 30 minutes. Stops are signposted on Level G of Terminal 3 (near Gate 01) and in front of Terminal 1.

Annual traffic (2025): 19.2 million passengers.

Information Desks

Information counters are available 24 hours a day in the departures hall of Terminal 3. In addition, a Ministry of Tourism office providing assistance to visitors is located in the arrivals area of Terminal 3, opposite passport control.

 Location

The airport is located on the outskirts of the city of Lod and directly south of Or Yehuda, 20 km (12 miles) south-east of Tel Aviv and 45 km (28 miles) north-west of Jerusalem.

Parking services at Tel Aviv airport (TLV)

The airport complex offers several parking areas designed to meet both short- and long-term parking needs. All facilities operate 24 hours a day and are equipped with security systems. Payment can be made at the automated machines located throughout the terminals or directly at the exits using credit cards.

Short-Term Parking

These areas are intended for passenger drop-off and pick-up or for stays of just a few hours, thanks to their proximity to the check-in and arrivals areas:

• Vineyard Car Park: Located opposite the main terminal, it provides both open-air spaces and a multi-storey covered facility. It is the most convenient option for passengers using Terminal 3.
• Orchard Car Park: Situated opposite the Terminal 1 building, it offers easy access to domestic and low-cost flights.

Long-Term Parking

For passengers wishing to leave their vehicle for several days, the airport offers preferential daily rates in the following areas:

• Lots 15 and 26: Areas combining covered and open-air spaces. Lot 15 is the main option for Terminal 3 users.
• Lot 21: Primarily intended for long-term stays by passengers using Terminal 1.
• Additional lots (22 and 28): Extra areas generally used during periods of high demand.

Shuttle Service: A free shuttle bus service connects the long-term parking areas with Terminal 3 (Level G). Shuttles operate every 15 to 20 minutes, 24 hours a day.

Additional Information

Two-Wheeled Vehicles: Motorcycles and scooters may park free of charge in designated areas within the airport's official car parks.

Electric Vehicles: Charging stations for electric vehicles are available in designated sections of the Vineyard Car Park and Lot 15.

Accessibility: All levels and parking lots include reserved spaces for passengers with reduced mobility, clearly signposted and located close to the entrances or shuttle pick-up points.

To check the current parking rates and real-time availability, it is recommended to visit the airport's official parking portal.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Ben Gurion Airport is designed to ensure universal accessibility, complying with strict international standards to provide a safe and independent experience for passengers with reduced mobility, sensory impairments or special medical needs.

Assistance Services

Passengers are advised to notify their airline or travel agency of any special requirements at least 48 hours before departure. Airport staff provide comprehensive assistance throughout the check-in process, security screening, immigration procedures and boarding.

Assistance Desk: In Terminal 3, a tactile and clearly marked pathway guides passengers from the entrance on Level 3 directly to the special assistance desk, located near Gate 32.

Mobility within the Terminals: After passing through passport control in Terminal 3, passengers with reduced mobility can make use of a free electric vehicle service to reach boarding gates in sectors B, C, D and E.

Adapted Infrastructure

The terminals feature ramps, lifts designed to accommodate wheelchairs, moving walkways, low-height public telephones and adapted service counters. Accessible toilets are also available throughout the public areas and departure lounges.

Hearing Impairments: Induction loop systems have been installed at key service points to facilitate communication with hearing aid users.

Service Animals: The airport provides dedicated relief and hygiene areas for guide dogs and assistance animals.

Digital Navigation: The airport is integrated with the RightHear and Step-Hear platforms. By downloading these free applications, visually impaired passengers receive voice assistance and real-time guidance through their mobile devices while moving around the airport.

Reserved Parking

Dedicated parking spaces are available for vehicles displaying an official disability permit, located in the areas closest to the entrances of both terminals. The airport offers special rates and easy access arrangements for both short- and long-term stays in such cases.