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

• Earliest: departs at 14:00 and lands at 03:40
• Latest: departs at 14:00 and lands at 03:40.

The flight takes about 13h 40m.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tel Aviv takes 13h 40m, covering 19,173 km.

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.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv range from ₪3,435 to ₪5,335, with an average of ₪4,139 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₪3,435 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the ₪4,139 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average ₪3,097 round-trip via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD), compared to ₪4,615 for direct flights.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Tel Aviv are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₪2,170, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging ₪167 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Budget
• Hertz
• Autounion Car Rental
• Sixt

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

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

• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₪3,788 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₪4,377, a difference of ₪588.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 19m, compared with 18h 33m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 18h 36m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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.

Some of the most popular sights in Tel Aviv are Karmel Market, Dizengoff Square, and Dizengoff Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Tel Aviv on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Tel Aviv flights:

• EL AL: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

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
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

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.