How do I get to Ben Gurion Airport by train?

Israel Railways operates direct trains to Ben Gurion Airport from Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, and other major cities. The train station is located directly in Terminal 3.

How much does parking cost at Ben Gurion Airport?

Short-term parking starts at approximately ₪10 per hour. Long-term parking lots offer daily rates starting from ₪50-80 per day depending on proximity to the terminal.

How to Get to Ben Gurion Airport | Train, Bus, Parking, Taxi

directions_carGetting There by Car & Parking

Easy Navigation: All navigation apps recognize "Ben Gurion Airport" and will direct you straight to your desired terminal.

Important Tips

check_circle It's recommended to arrive 3 hours before international flights and 2 hours before domestic flights
check_circle During peak hours, there may be delays on access roads to the airport

phone

Parking Control Office: 03-9752550 ext. 4
Located near the short-term parking exits at Terminal 3

Parking at Ben Gurion

Lot 15 - Long Term (Open)

45 ILS

per day in regular season

check_circle Open 24/7
check_circle Free shuttle every 15 minutes
check_circle Suitable for extended parking

Covered Parking - Long Term

90 ILS

per day in regular season

check_circle Full weather protection
check_circle Free shuttle to terminals
check_circle Enhanced security

Terminal 1 Parking - Short Term

18 ILS

for the first hour

check_circle Close to Terminal 1
check_circle 4 ILS for each additional 15 minutes
check_circle Suitable for pickups/drop-offs

Additional Hours

12 ILS

per additional hour beyond the day

info Applies to all parking lots
info Prorated billing

Important Information

credit_card Payment by credit cards, shekels, and foreign currency
calendar_today Prices may change during peak season (summer) per Israel Airports Authority decision
directions_bus Free shuttle from all parking lots to Terminal 3 every 10-20 minutes
apps Use the TLV Airport app to find the exact parking lot

directions_busGetting There by Bus

General Information: Several bus companies operate routes to Ben Gurion from across the country. All lines arrive at Terminal 3, Floor 2.

Egged Lines

route Line 485: Ben Gurion to Jerusalem (stops at Gate 21, Floor 2, Terminal 3)
route Line 5: Ben Gurion to Airport City (via Aluf Junction)

phone

Egged Call Center: *2800 or 03-6948888

Metropolin

route Service to Beer Sheva from Terminal 3, Floor 2

phone

Metropolin Call Center: *5900

Kavim

route Line 445: Ben Gurion to Tel Aviv (departs from Gate 21, Floor 2, Terminal 3)

phone

Kavim Call Center: 03-7732060

Afikim

route General intercity service

phone

Afikim Call Center: *6686

info

National Public Transport Call Center: *8787 or 08-6831610
For detailed information on all public transport lines from anywhere in the country

Please Note: The examples above include some of the popular bus lines. For a complete list of all lines from your specific location, please contact the National Public Transport Call Center at *8787 or 08-6831610.

trainGetting There by Train

Ben Gurion Train Station is located at Terminal 3 and serves passengers from central Israel and major cities across the country.

Important Information

check_circle The train arrives directly at Terminal 3
check_circle Passengers flying from Terminal 1 can use the free shuttle
check_circle This is the fastest and most convenient way to reach Ben Gurion from most Israeli cities
check_circle The train operates almost 24/7 (except Shabbat)

phone

Israel Railways Call Center: *5770 or 03-5774000
For schedule and price information

Important Tip: Make sure to check schedules in advance, especially on weekends and holidays.

local_taxiGetting There by Taxi

Official taxi service operates 24 hours a day and provides metered rides to anywhere in the country.

How to Order?

smartphone Through the Gett app
touch_app Using self-service kiosks located throughout the airport
qr_code You'll receive a ride code for verification

Taxi Stands

place Terminal 3: Ground floor, near Gate 03
place Terminal 1: Near the domestic arrivals area

Important to Know: All taxi rides from Ben Gurion are metered. Use only official taxis and make sure to get a ride code.

Availability: The service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

airport_shuttleFree Shuttles

Ben Gurion operates free shuttle services running 24 hours a day on several routes.

Parking Lot to Terminal 3 Shuttle

schedule Frequency: Every 15 minutes, 24/7
place Stops: Stations throughout the long-term parking lots
place Terminal 3 boarding: Near Gate 01, ground floor

Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 Shuttle

schedule Frequency: Every 15 minutes
place Terminal 1 boarding: Gate 4 area
flight For passengers flying from Terminal 1

Continuous Service: Shuttles operate 24 hours a day, including Shabbat and holidays.

How to Get to Ben Gurion Airport

directions_carGetting There by Car & Parking

Important Tips

Parking at Ben Gurion

Lot 15 - Long Term (Open)

Covered Parking - Long Term

Terminal 1 Parking - Short Term

Additional Hours

Important Information

directions_busGetting There by Bus

Egged Lines

Metropolin

Kavim

Afikim

trainGetting There by Train

Important Information

local_taxiGetting There by Taxi

How to Order?

Taxi Stands

airport_shuttleFree Shuttles

Parking Lot to Terminal 3 Shuttle

Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 Shuttle

Passenger Info

Flight Services

Cargo

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