Car Hire Tel Aviv Airport - Mini guide to Tel Aviv Airport

The airport is situated 20km southeast of Tel Aviv and 50km west of Jerusalem, and provides direct flights to New York, Miami and LA, as well as major centres in Europe and the Middle East.

Two terminals are located at the airport with a shuttle bus running between Terminals 1 and 2 every 15 minutes from outside Gates 3 and 7.

24-hour banks, a tax refund service and a post office are all available. Many restaurants are available at the airport and shopping includes airside duty-free options. A left luggage facility is on hand and other facilities include a nursery. Note that many airport services (including public transport) are reduced during Shabbat 07:00-1700 Friday-Saturday and during public holidays.

The VIP Mezada lounge provides fax and internet facilities, and is open to general use (tel: + 972 3 971 2266). Travellers with Israel's El Al airline may use the King David Lounge (tel: + 972 3 971 6892), while passengers with other airlines can access the Jet Set Club Lounge (tel: + 972 3 973 1659) for a small charge.

Lifts and vehicle transportation to the aircraft are provided for those with mobility difficulties. Airlines should be notified in advance of any special needs.

You will find information desks located in the main hall and in the Departures hall. Also available is the Israeli Government Tourist Office information desk, which is positioned in the Arrivals hall (tel: + 972 3 971 1485).