Tel Aviv to Tbilisi Flights: Airlines, Flight Time and Tips for Cheap Tickets

If you are looking for flights from Tel Aviv to Tbilisi, this article gives you everything you need to know to book your tickets and plan your trip.

Which airlines fly from Tel Aviv to Tbilisi?

Tel Aviv – Tbilisi is a route with a wide choice of airlines and flights, so you can easily find one that fits your budget.

Two Georgian airlines, Georgian Airways and Myway Airlines, have offered direct flights from Tel Aviv to Tbilisi. They operate between Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport and Tbilisi Airport.

Israeli airlines also fly nonstop between Tel Aviv and Tbilisi: Israir Airlines, EL AL ISRAEL AIRLINES and Arkia.

There is also plenty of choice when it comes to connecting flights. You can fly with the Turkish carriers Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines, which connect Tbilisi and Tel Aviv via Istanbul. In the past, connections via Kyiv were also available with FlyUIA.

Which airline offers the cheapest tickets from Tel Aviv to Tbilisi?

Among direct flights, Myway Airlines has offered the most budget-friendly fares. Connecting flights can also be a good way to find reasonably priced tickets.

How long is the flight from Tel Aviv to Tbilisi?

A direct flight takes about 2 hours 45 minutes. With a connecting flight, the total travel time depends on how long your layover is.

How to find cheap flights from Tel Aviv to Tbilisi

1. Book your tickets 1.5–2 months in advance.
2. Fly midweek rather than at the weekend – demand is lower on weekdays, so tickets tend to be cheaper.
3. Book your outbound and return flights together. Airlines and agencies usually offer better fares for a round trip than for two separate one-way tickets.
4. Use a flight search engine that brings together almost every airline and flight, so you can easily book the ticket that suits you.

You can book Tel Aviv – Tbilisi flights online quickly and easily with our search engine. Just choose your departure and destination cities, enter your travel dates, and our system will show you all available flights, so you can pick the ticket that best fits your budget.

Useful information about the Tel Aviv – Tbilisi route

• Departure airport: Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) is about 20 km from Tel Aviv. You can easily get there from the city by train, bus or taxi.
• Arrival airport: Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) is about 17 km from the city centre. You can reach the centre by taxi or city bus No. 337.
• Time difference: Georgia is 1 hour ahead of Israel in summer and 2 hours ahead in winter.
• Currency: Georgia’s national currency is the lari (GEL); Israel’s is the new shekel (ILS).

Visa and entry requirements

Israeli citizens can enter Georgia without a visa and stay for up to one year. Georgian citizens do not need a visa for short trips to Israel, but they must obtain an ETA-IL electronic travel authorization before travelling. Rules can change, so check official sources before your trip.

Travel tips

• Security checks at Ben Gurion Airport are very thorough, so arrive at least 3 hours before your flight.
• Flight schedules may change due to the situation in the region. Check your flight status on the airline’s website before you travel.
• Baggage allowances vary from airline to airline. The cheapest fares often include only hand luggage, so read the conditions carefully before booking.
• In Israel, public transport – including trains – mostly does not run on Shabbat (from Friday evening to Saturday evening). Keep this in mind when planning how to get to the airport.

Frequently asked questions

How long is a direct flight from Tel Aviv to Tbilisi?

A direct flight takes around 2 hours 35–45 minutes.

Which airlines fly direct?

Direct flights on this route are mainly operated by Georgian Airways, EL AL, Arkia and Israir. The number of flights varies by season.

When are tickets cheapest?

Fares are usually lower in the low season – late autumn and winter (excluding the holidays). Tickets are most expensive in summer and during the Jewish holidays.

Do Israeli citizens need a visa for Georgia?

No. Israeli citizens can stay in Georgia visa-free for up to one year.

What does a Georgian citizen need to travel to Israel?

A valid passport and an ETA-IL electronic travel authorization obtained in advance.

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