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You can get direct flights to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) from various airlines. United Airlines and El Al are the major airlines that ply this route directly. The flights depart from Terminal I at SFO and arrive at Terminal 3 at TLV. If you're looking for layover options to save some money, many of them take place in New York at Newark Airport (EWR).

It is not necessary to have a visa when going to Tel Aviv from San Francisco. As a U.S. citizen, all you need is a valid passport. It must have six months of validity before you arrive, and you should not stay for more than 90 days.

Yes, the airport has various transportation options such as buses, trains, and taxis. It takes about 20min to get to downtown Tel Aviv by public means. Israel’s train service connects the airport to different parts of the country. There are car rental services at Tel Aviv Airport you can also opt for.

When traveling with your animal, San Francisco Airport has you covered. The airport has animal relief areas in various spots. There are grassy areas where your pet can relieve themselves outside and inside the terminals. They are located in and outside security.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Tel Aviv flights:

• EL AL: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Only EL AL operates flights between San Francisco and Tel Aviv.

Flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl (TLV).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• EL AL: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,031 round-trip via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH), compared to $1,386 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv most commonly connect through:

• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 10% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 9% of one-stop connections

Rome Fiumicino (FCO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the San Francisco to Tel Aviv route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,167 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,303, a difference of $136. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Tel Aviv are Tel Aviv Promenade, HaYarkon Street and Gordon Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Tel Aviv on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Tel Aviv:

• Earliest: departs at 2:00 pm and lands at 3:40 am
• Latest: departs at 2:00 pm and lands at 3:40 am.

The flight takes about 13h 40m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 26% above the route average of $1,254. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tel Aviv takes 13h 40m, covering 7,403 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Tel Aviv are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $694, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 21m, compared with 18h 35m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 18h 37m via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX).

Tel Aviv is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Israel Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv range from $1,055 to $1,605, with an average of $1,254 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,055 counts as a good deal.