Newark to Tel Aviv (EWR–TLV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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EWR–TLV is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. El Al and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,680 miles in approximately 10h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LY El Al | 13 | 789 | 10h25 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tel Aviv from Newark
| Metric | EWR→TLV | TEB→TLV | JFK→TLV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | 1 | 34 |
| Flight time | 10h 25m | 9h 22m | 7h 18m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · TLV: IDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Tel Aviv.
US passport holders enter Israel visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), security screening begins before you reach immigration. Expect questions about your trip purpose, accommodation, and contacts in Israel. Immigration issues a small entry slip instead of a passport stamp, so your passport stays clean for travel to countries that do not admit visitors with Israeli stamps.
The 90-day stay can be extended at the Population and Immigration Authority in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. Israel's entry slip system means no physical evidence of your visit appears in your passport. Keep the entry slip until departure, as you need it for hotel check-ins and if asked by authorities. The EAL-1 form (electronic entry authorization) is being phased in for visa-exempt travelers from certain countries, but as of early 2026, US citizens do not need to apply for the EAL-1 before travel.
Direct flights from New York JFK to Tel Aviv run about 10 hours 30 minutes on El Al, Delta, and United. Newark (EWR), Miami, Boston, and Los Angeles also have nonstop service. Israel uses the Israeli new shekel (ILS), trading at roughly 3.65 ILS per $1. The Rav-Kav card works on Egged and Dan buses, the Jerusalem Light Rail, and Tel Aviv's Red Line metro (opened 2023). Ben Gurion Airport's Train Station connects to Tel Aviv HaHagana in 20 minutes for ILS 13.50 ($3.70) and to Jerusalem Yitzhak Navon in 24 minutes for ILS 22 ($6). Card payments work everywhere. Shabbat (Friday sunset to Saturday sunset) shuts down most public transport and many businesses.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
EWR–TLV Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to TLV
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) are connected by nonstop service from El Al and United Airlines. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EWR to TLV Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to TLV is about 10 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,680 miles (9,141 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Boston Logan and Nice-Côte d'Azur. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB) and New York (JFK).