Flights from Tel Aviv to Berlin, Germany

From sparkling winter markets at Christmas to alfresco rooftop dining in the summer, Berlin has lots to see and do all year round. As Germany’s capital and the biggest city in the country, you’ll find it to be a cosmopolitan location, packed with scientific, political, artistic and cultural attractions. One of its most famous is the Berlin Opera and Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, where you can listen to world-class musicians and singers. Museum Island, set on a riverside UNESCO World Heritage Site has a total of five diverse museums, along with galleries and events.

Flying to Berlin

1. Which airports serve Tel Aviv to Berlin?

Passengers leaving on flights to Germany take off from Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv, which is 19km southeast of the city. This airport handles both international and domestic traffic. Most flights land at Berlin Tegel Airport, which is 8km northwest of the city. Some flights will arrive in at Schönefeld, the city’s secondary airport which is located 18km from the center of Berlin.

2. Which airlines operate flights from Tel Aviv to Berlin?

The majority of direct flights to Berlin from Tel Aviv are provided by El Al Israel Airlines, but EasyJet and Germania have less frequent direct flights between the cities. Israir Airlines has more flights in the summer, but like Pegasus Airlines and Air Serbia, their routes include stopovers.

3. How long is the flight?

On average, a flight from Tel Aviv to Berlin lasts 4 hours and 25 minutes, for journeys which involve a stopover, this could extend to 6 hours and 55 minutes. The local time in Berlin is one hour behind that in Tel Aviv.

4. Climate changes between Tel Aviv and Berlin

In Tel Aviv, the climate remains warm throughout the year. The summers are relatively dry, but in the winters, rain is more common. Germany has more seasonal weather, so in Berlin expect plenty of sunshine in summer, with cooler autumns, cold winters, and mild springs.

5. Culture differences and need-to-know

The official currency of Germany is the Euro, you can withdraw cash in Berlin from ATMs, banks and exchange offices. All major credit cards are accepted in most shops and restaurants. You will need to apply to the German Consulate for a visa, this should be done well in advance of your departure date.

Berlin Information

The balmy temperatures of Tel Aviv could feel a world away if you arrive in Berlin during winter, but the cosmopolitan nature of the city will feel reassuringly familiar.

At the Berlin Wall, you can marvel at the changes this city has experienced and see how the wall itself has been restored to reflect these. A second historical landmark is the Brandenburg Gate, commissioned in 1788 by King Frederick Wilhelm II. The perfectly restored Charlottenburg Palace and park date back to the 17th century, now you can wander through it spacious apartments and view the 50m high dome at your leisure or take a guided tour. On sunny afternoons, the refined Berlin-Dahlem Botanical Garden gives you access to 126 acres of plants, the Great Tropical House includes more exotic blooms, while outside, the Electoral Garden is a 17th-century gem. Eating and drinking in Berlin is well catered for with plenty of bars and restaurants. There are numerous fast-food outlets and some very upmarket fine dining establishments.