How to get from Haifa to Ben-Gurion (TLV) airport on Saturday?

I need to get from Haifa to the Ben-Gurion airport (codename TLV), on a Saturday, for an afternoon flight; let's say I need to be at the main terminal (Terminal 3) by 14:00.

As is well-known, however, most Israeli public transport does not run on Saturday, so - no inter-city bus or railway service. Also, suppose I don't have anyone to drive me there.

I would obviously prefer not to pay through my teeth for a private taxi, and more generally - am willing to put up with a longer ride to get a sane price.

What are my options?

Best Answer

The last-ditch, overly-expensive solution:

You can get a private taxi to take you from Haifa to Ben-Gurion airport for 350 NIS or thereabouts (e.g. here or here).

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Is Tel Aviv airport open on Saturday?

If your flight leaves on Saturday or early Sunday morning, you may need to get to the airport on Shabbat. Ben Gurion airport is open. However, Ben Gurion airport on Shabbat is a different experience compared to other days of the week. Most kosher-certified restaurants and cafes are closed on Shabbat.

How much is taxi from Ben Gurion to Haifa?

Shuttle Service run by "Amal Taxi Co." provides transportation from Ben-Gurion Airport to Haifa, to the hotel or the Technion. The cost is 85 Israeli Shekels (about $23). The service is available at all times; taxis are available coming out of gate 02 directly on the right side.

Is Ben Gurion Airport open on Shabbat?

On Shabbat, Ben Gurion Airport (Tel Aviv) is open and you don't have to worry about taking off or boarding a plane on Saturday or early Sunday morning. Airport operation these days is distinguished by closed kosher restaurants and cafes. Non-kosher restaurants, cafes and shops are open every day.

How do I get from Ben Gurion to Haifa?

The best way to get from Ben Gurion Airport Station to Haifa is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs \u20aa 29 - \u20aa 40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs \u20aa 18 - \u20aa 27 and takes 2h 14m.

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