Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is seven hours ahead of Tel Aviv, where Ben Gurion International Airport is located. Seoul follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your TLV to Seoul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
TLV is around 14 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to TLV? If you're catching an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Ben Gurion International Airport's on-time performance, 72.9% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Seoul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Seoul flight is ج.م. 16,983. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 31,361. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from TLV to Seoul, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from Ben Gurion International Airport to Seoul is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across every month and land an epic deal.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Central Seoul is about 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). How long it takes to drive there will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from TLV to Seoul can help you get the best possible rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Explore your options for heading into town after your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Seoul has landed.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near GMP. Unwind and get cosy after your TLV to Seoul flight at one of these perfectly located options:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Seoul. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Seoul in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Ben Gurion International Airport to Seoul flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from TLV to Seoul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are must-visits when exploring Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Daegu is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No trip is complete without seeing Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.
