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Cheap flights to Tel Aviv

Beach · Culture · Nightlife. Compare cheap flights to Tel Aviv from UK airports — flight time 4h 42m from London.

4h 42m
Flight from London
from £220
Typical price
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Best season
Price intelligence

When to fly to Tel Aviv for the cheapest fare

Source: Travelpayouts
updated 2026-07-27
Average return
£171
From £138 on a great day
Cheapest month
Aug
Avg £171 return
Peak month
Aug
Avg £171 return
Good-deal threshold
£154 or less
25th-percentile fare
Cheapest day to depart: Saturday
Most expensive day: Wednesday

Flying to Tel Aviv — what to know

Tel Aviv is a medium-haul destination from the UK — around 4h 42m in the air from London, which makes it a realistic short break. Travellers come for the beaches, the culture and the nightlife. Returns from around £220 are typical when booked ahead.

Most visitors aim for Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Typical advance returns sit around £220. On the ground, Israeli shekel (ILS) is the local currency and Hebrew, Arabic the dominant language — English coverage is solid in tourist quarters and at the airport. Visa: No visa required for UK passport holders for stays up to 90 days. 6–10 weeks ahead is when medium-haul fares typically stabilise; last-minute bookings can run two to three times the advance fare.

Good to know

Booking flights to Tel Aviv — the answers that matter

How much is a return flight to Tel Aviv from the UK?

Direct answer. Return fares to Tel Aviv typically start around £220 when booked ahead — it's a medium-haul route, roughly 4h 42m in the air from London.

6–10 weeks ahead is when medium-haul fares typically stabilise. Last-minute bookings are where this route punishes you — waiting until inside two weeks of departure usually costs well over the advance fare.

Key fact: A typical advance return to Tel Aviv is around £220; flight time from London is about 4h 42m.

When should you book flights to Tel Aviv?

Direct answer. Book 6–10 weeks ahead, and aim for Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct if you want Tel Aviv at its best — that window balances weather and crowds rather than chasing a mythical cheapest day.

Before you commit, the admin: No visa required for UK passport holders for stays up to 90 days. Currency is Israeli shekel (ILS); Hebrew, Arabic is the main language, with English widely understood in tourist areas.

Key fact: Best months to visit Tel Aviv: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Flight time from London: about 4h 42m.

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Practical information for UK travellers

Flight time from London~4h 42m direct
Typical priceFrom £220 return — booking 6–8 weeks ahead is generally cheapest
Best monthsApr–Jun, Sep–Oct
VisaNo visa required for UK passport holders for stays up to 90 days
CurrencyIsraeli shekel (ILS)
Time zoneIST (UTC+2/+3)
LanguageHebrew, Arabic
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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from the UK to Tel Aviv?

Direct flights from London to Tel Aviv take approximately 4h 42m. Total journey time depends on your departure airport and any connections.

Do UK passport holders need a visa for Israel?

No visa required for UK passport holders for stays up to 90 days

When is the best time to visit Tel Aviv?

The best months to visit Tel Aviv are Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and weather is settled.

What currency is used in Israel?

Israeli shekel (ILS) — most major hotels and restaurants in Tel Aviv accept card payments, but cash is useful for smaller establishments and tipping.

What language is spoken in Tel Aviv?

Hebrew, Arabic. English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, and major restaurants.