Ben Gurion International Airport

Ben Gurion International Airport is the primary airport for Israel and one of the most important airports in the Middle East. TLV handles around 20 million passengers per year and sits about nine miles southeast of Tel Aviv. The airport is the primary hub for El Al Israel Airlines and a major base for Arkia, Israir, and most international carriers serving Israel. TLV's international network is extensive, with direct flights to major cities in Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa. The airport is known for its intensive security procedures, which have been refined over decades and are widely cited as a benchmark for aviation security. TLV has a main terminal (T3) that opened in 2004 and handles most international operations. The airport has been operationally resilient through various regional conflicts. Tel Aviv's position as Israel's commercial capital and a major technology hub makes TLV essential for international business travel to the country.