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Ben Gurion International Airport

Tel Aviv, Israel

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Ben Gurion International Airport

Israel's main international airport lies about 20 kilometres southeast of Tel Aviv, with Terminal 3 as its principal building. Halls get crowded at peak times, security at Terminal 1 is quick, and shops are arranged past the food area.

Highlights

  • Terminal 3 main building
  • Terminal 1 small quiet hall
  • Duty-free shops past food area

Good to know

  • Parking costs 50 NIS per day
  • Rental car return needs shuttle ride
  • Rush hour brings heavy crowds

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