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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Israel

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
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Tel Aviv1 stop$732
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Tel Aviv1 stop$732

Book Cheap San Francisco to Israel Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Israel that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Israel

vie., oct. 24 - dom., nov. 2
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7:40 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-TLV
36h 20m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 2:35 pmTLV-SFO
30h 35m1 stop
$732Scandinavian Airlines
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vie., nov. 7 - dom., nov. 23
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4:40 pm - 5:00 pmSFO-TLV
38h 20m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 2:35 pmTLV-SFO
30h 35m1 stop
$738Scandinavian Airlines
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vie., dic. 26 - dom., ene. 11
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 5:00 pmSFO-TLV
38h 20m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 2:35 pmTLV-SFO
30h 35m1 stop
$771Scandinavian Airlines
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dom., nov. 9 - dom., nov. 23
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 5:00 pmSFO-TLV
38h 20m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 2:35 pmTLV-SFO
30h 35m1 stop
$772Scandinavian Airlines
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mar., nov. 11 - dom., nov. 23
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 5:00 pmSFO-TLV
32h 15m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 2:35 pmTLV-SFO
30h 35m1 stop
$778Scandinavian Airlines
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mié., oct. 22 - vie., nov. 7
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3:15 pm - 3:10 amSFO-TLV
25h 55m1 stop
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2:35 pm - 1:05 pmTLV-SFO
32h 30m1 stop
$781ITA Airways
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mié., nov. 12 - lun., nov. 24
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4:35 pm - 10:15 amSFO-TLV
31h 40m2 stops
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11:10 am - 2:30 pmTLV-SFO
61h 20m2 stops
mié., oct. 22 - vie., nov. 7
ITA Airways Logo
3:15 pm - 8:20 pmSFO-TLV
19h 05m1 stop
ITA Airways Logo
2:35 pm - 1:05 pmTLV-SFO
32h 30m1 stop
$800ITA Airways
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lun., oct. 20 - mié., oct. 29
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8:30 am - 3:10 amSFO-TLV
32h 40m3 stops
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2:35 pm - 5:30 pmTLV-SFO
35h 55m3 stops
dom., nov. 9 - vie., nov. 21
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6:00 am - 5:30 pmSFO-TLV
25h 30m2 stops
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6:00 am - 8:14 pmTLV-SFO
24h 14m2 stops
$923Iberia
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Israel flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Israel to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Israel flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Israel.

The cheapest ticket to Israel from San Francisco found in the last 72 hours was to Tel Aviv, at $2,310 round-trip. The most popular route is from San Francisco (SFO) to Tel Aviv (TLV), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $2,310.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Israel?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Israel, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Israel is February, when tickets cost $1,122 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,511 and $1,447 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Israel?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Israel, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Israel, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$371
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Tel Aviv

FAQs - booking Israel flights

  • Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Israel?

    It is unlikely to find direct flights operating between San Francisco and Israel as this is a lengthy trip. However, there are several airlines offering one-stop connecting flight services which are suitable for passengers who are in rush. TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Lufthansa, American Airlines and British Airways are some of the major airlines operating along this route, with layovers at MUC, LHR, LIS, YYZ and FRA airports. But if you want to save some cash, you can opt for two-stop option flights, which generally add at least 2h to your overall travel time.

  • Does SFO have nursing suites?

    If you are traveling with an infant through SFO, you will find at least a designated exceptional nursing room located in Terminal 3 of the airport. The nursing lounges are equipped with rockers, baby changing tables and soft lighting.

  • Can I find accommodation near Israel airports?

    Passengers landing late at any of the airports in Israel can find accommodations at the onsite hotels. If you are landing at TLV, you can book your stay at Sadot Hotel, located 3.6 miles from the airport, while those landing at OVD can opt for Marques De La Moral, which is approximately 1.4 miles from the airport. On the hand, at ETH, you can spend the night at Soleil airport. All these hotels offer exceptional services, including shuttle transfers.

  • How early should I arrive at SFO?

    It is recommended for passengers to arrive at SFO at least 3 hours before the departure time. This is to have enough time to check in, get your boarding pass and arrive at your departure gate on time.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Israel?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Israel.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Israel?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from San Francisco to Israel is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Israel?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from San Francisco to Israel with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Israel?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from San Francisco to Israel up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Israel?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Israel is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $1,257 on average. Morning departures are around 12% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Israel is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,425.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Israel

  • There are three international airports that act as your arrival airports in the stunning nation of Israel. Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), Ovda International Airport (OVD), and Eilat International Airport (ETH) are some of them. These airports are all used for international travel. However, we advise traveling to the airport that is the closest to your final destination.
  • If you arrive early and have some free time before your flight, check out one of the many lounges at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). These sofas are built with comfort and relaxation in mind. Passengers can relax away from the terminal's noise as they wait for their aircraft. There are numerous lounges, including the American Airlines Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club, Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, Centurion Lounge, Alaska Airlines Lounge, and USO Lounge.
  • You are free to leave your car at the airport's parking lots for the duration of your journey at SFO. They offer you a variety of safe and convenient parking options. Because there is often a wait for parking at the airport, call and make reservations before your departure date.
  • For travelers with limited mobility, the airports in Israel have the best accessibility. The airport offers wheelchairs for use throughout the terminal, and the check-in area and arrivals halls both have accessible toilets. For more information, speak with your airline.
  • Passengers arriving at any of the airports in Israel have a wide range of transportation alternatives. However, think about hiring a car hassle-free if you want to go around Israel. You can rent a car at the airport from Enterprise, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt, Avis, and Budget.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Israel

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Israel? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
EL ALOverall score based on 545 reviews
7.8Boarding
7.3Entertainment
7.5Comfort
6.9Food
8.3Crew
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Exactly as you would expect from an Israeli airline (written by an Israeli) - basic service while firmly polite. Don't expect anything extra - they are there to manage the flight, not to make your experience optimal (unless you consider the minimum of getting to your final destination - and then it is great!). They won't give you anything extra, won't pass around water , if you want it - go get it from the back of the plane. They want you sleeping and seated - and while I'm sure that other airlines want the same, here this is well felt.

6.0 GoodRoy, Jul 2025LAS - JFK
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Exactly as you would expect from an Israeli airline (written by an Israeli) - basic service while firmly polite. Don't expect anything extra - they are there to manage the flight, not to make your experience optimal (unless you consider the minimum of getting to your final destination - and then it is great!). They won't give you anything extra, won't pass around water , if you want it - go get it from the back of the plane. They want you sleeping and seated - and while I'm sure that other airlines want the same, here this is well felt.

I was scammed. I never received flight. I had to buy another flight. Airfare assist is a scam and by you using them makes your company fraudulent. please give me refund

The food consist of one sandwich for a trip approximately 4 hours.

crownded flihgt, use the self check in and bag drop service it saves 80% of waiting time!

The crew were incredible, especially with how unruly many of the travelers were. Loved the pots and hummus and the food in general. The leg room in economy was plentiful, which was a very pleasant surprise!

Did not expect too much, but an initiative to serve a small water bottle without asking for it would be appreciated. A small snack pack would be very nice too. Coffe any one?. Yes - you'll get an over heated chicken sandwich as the on board meal. Sorry - nothing to write home about.

The crew was fantastic, and it was croweded but roomy enough. But the sandwich was horrible and no entertainment at all which is difficult in a flight of more than 4 hours.

We were 3 people together and they seated us apart. My wife and I were both in middle seats which were very tight

The seats in business class were the worse I have ever experienced.

Check-in was quick and boarded plane on time. Seats were comfortable, large screen entertainment, slept almost entire flight. Staff was pleasant. What is great about ELAL is their safety, and ability to take a large carrey on trolley and no one cares about size or weight. No one is taken out of line because of excess hand luggage like they do on Wiz or RYANAIR.

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

The best airline I have ever travel , really good customer service, attention and service !!

Everything was great. Only thing that could’ve made it better was buy on board options for hot food, but the snacks were decent. The flight attendants were great. I had no complaints. I was able to make it to my destination safely

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

Flight was late as pilot crew had to land at different airport in their previous flight. Passengers boarded and had to wait for pilots inside plane. Series of incomplete and unnecessary announcements by an annoying voice, rather than complete, informative announcements.

Breakfast was not loaded at SFO due to catering company change. Seems like a major airline at a major hub would have thought of something else or warned passengers to pick up food before boarding a 3 hour flight.

Boarding seemed to be organized bedlam. For what ever reason, preboarding took longer than 20 minutes. Made the plane 20 minutes late taking off. Luckily we arrived on time. Flight crew seemed very friendly. Only slight turbulence.

They hired a new catering company the same day of my flight. They botched the job by not delivering the right carts and after THREE HOURS waiting, the flight crew timed out (flight was 19 hours long and FAA rules state crew can’t work more than 14 hours long). So they CANCELED OUR FLIGHT!! Worst experience ever. Avoid UAL at all costs.

The personnel were professional and friendly. The Boeing 737 Max 9 is too claustrophobic and was very warm at both airport gates, and still warm in the air.

The food could be better, more snacks. And have some plugs to chargue the phone.

Everything was really great just The aircraft was too old and sounded it will break during takeoff

Extremely pleased with the crew. Best flight attendants ever! Very friendly, genuinely caring and attentive.

Best flight attendants ever! Very customer and service oriented, courteous, professional and helpful.

Cheapest airlines I have ever been on. I got downgraded and never got on united. I got rerouted through Vancouver onto jetwesf

Very small and uncomfortable seats, Hard to hear entertainment system sound. Horrible food. Staff doesn't care much about the passengers. 2nd time they didn't give me my vegetarian meal. They asked me regular food with meat. The airline and staff was from United airlines.

Checkin took along timen only.few angents available at.checkin desk. Customer support over phone no existence

At baggage claim, I was given the wrong printed ticket. The ticket belonged to another passenger for a different flight — to Zurich instead of Frankfurt (layover). I was even allowed to pass security, and when I asked the Lufthansa employee if I was on the correct flight, and why it was changed. The employee said everything was correct and I should board. When I got on the plane, there was someone in my seat, and the crew on the plane finally realized that I was on the wrong plane. When I got off the plane, nobody was willing to help, and the security refused to provide my original printed ticket. That was until I showed them that I took a photo of the ticket; once they realized I had photographic evidence, they were suddenly ready to help me. The Lufthansa employee began communicating with other airlines and found a flight that would take me to my destination via Polish Airlines. I was required to once again go through security, re-check my bag, and once again pay for my checked bag and weight overage fees. This experience was incredibly stressful and very frustrating, as you can imagine. A Lufthansa employee told me I would be eligible for a refund. Please tell me what steps I need to take in order to make that happen. Thank you!

Good service … bus transfer upon arrival from plane to terminal: atrocious!!!

helpful and friendly. The Lufthanza people I dealt with before my holiday were so unhelpful by comparison.

The crew were great and constantly cleaning bathrooms and taking care of passengers. Flight was on time and arrived on time. Boarding was easy and hassle free. Food could have been better but decent selection. Overall recommend and will fly again.

Everything was good except the bathrooms were usually dirty and the trash bins in the bathrooms were full.

Two of my four flights had issues with toilets either NOT fully operational or completely out of order. Boarding was a joke because they have NOT established who is running the show. In the end, she did a terrible job. The seats 💺 were loose goose and the drinks and snacks were limiting in choices. Also, following Alitalia as an inspiration was strange since they went out of business.

We had a 3 hour delay and then a long taxi to take off. It would have been helpful for the pilot to have communicated more about what was going on. There was no A/C during the wait, and the cabin must have been more than 85 to 90 degrees. The crew gave water to the people in the front but by the time they go to the back of the plane they stopped giving out water. Eventually I went back and asked for some in the rear of the plane (for a second time). The food was close to inedible. I thought on an Italian flight that the pasta would be better than the chick, but honestly, a Swanson's TV dinner would have been better. I had a bite or two to keep my blood sugar up, but basically I couldn't eat it.

Boarding was chaotic. Service was poor. Attendant was slow and rude. In business class, I was not offered a drink until 1.5 hrs,after takeoff. Food was inedible.

Great crew, newer plane, boarding was very disorganized, I still don’t understand why airline keep boarding front to back for coach instead of back to front

Terrible. They canceled 2 flights and then sent everyone by BUS from Rome. They should make amends by offering some sort of compensation.

We ordered a gluten free meal and never got it!

The flight was great. I don’t know about the food because I was asleep and they didn’t leave me any.

Seats weren’t comfortable. Both of our seat backs were either almost straight vertical or laying back into the laps of the people behind us, which is a weird angle to try to get some sleep even on a plane. No in between. Also, neither seat would spring forward like they should.

Very good crew. The seating in economy plus was excellent, and I slept most of the way. The diabetic meal that I requested was almost tasteless--about a 2 on a ten-point scale.--so I ate little. And why bother serving dinner to fliers at midnight?! I had eaten a meal at the airport six hours earlier. A good breakfast would be better.

Flight was delayed. Though I checked in with BA live chat three times, our special meals were not provided.

My experience with British Airways is excellent, thanks for all 🫶🏻✈️

Old tired plane, Uncomfortable business class seat. Breakfast dreadful and meagre. At least flight was on time!

Safe arrival. Improvement on Time efficiency Effective Communication will be great.

The crew is very friendly and helpful. The food is good for airplane food. The flight is long and hard to sleep. The leg space is great. The plane arrived in plenty of time.

A good flight back to Tampa and thankfully although we had a 90 minute delay because of thunder storms from Charlotte to bottom iof Florida, it was a prudent to avoid these for a comfortable flight as opposed to being tossed around with turbulence.

Enjoyable flight, helpful crew everything was organized to accommodate passengers.

I was transferred to an American Airlines flight. The boarding was late and unorganized. The seating was extremely tight and uncomfortable. Will not use AA again.

The check-in of my luggage was terrible. When purchased my tickets, one luggage and one carry-on was part of the fight. My flight was switched from British to American Airline. During check-in of luggage at the airport, I was denied and had to pay extra $75. How do I get reimbursed for this extra luggage payment?

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