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Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app)

Name: Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app)
Brand: Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app)

Up to date as of October 22, 2026

The Israel Airports Authority website and the Ben Gurion app: arrivals and departures, parking at Terminals 1 and 3, a free one-hour waiting lot, and directions by train, bus, taxi and shuttle.

What it helps with

Live flight boardDepartures and arrivals.
Airport parkingPrices and booking.
Getting to the cityTrain and taxi.

About Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app)

The Israel Airports Authority publishes iaa.gov.il in Hebrew, Arabic and English and the Ben Gurion app on the App Store and Google Play. The site shows arrivals and departures, parking for Terminals 1 and 3, a waiting car park that is free for one hour for people collecting passengers, and directions to and from the airport by train, bus, taxi, airport shuttle and private car.

Key Features

Flight boards: Arrivals and departures at Ben Gurion.
Parking: Car parks for Terminals 1 and 3 and a free one-hour waiting lot.
Directions: Train, bus, taxi, shuttle and car routes.

How to Get Started

Install the Ben Gurion app or open iaa.gov.il.
Check your flight on the arrivals or departures board.
Note which terminal your flight uses: 1 or 3.
Use the directions pages to choose the train, a bus or a taxi.

Before you use it

Good to know: Arrive three hours before an international flight; security questioning takes time.
Fees: Tourists can claim a VAT refund on purchases at the airport.

English available

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app) work with a foreign bank card in Israel?: Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app) available in English?: Yes, Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app) has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app)?: No, an international phone number generally works for Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app).
Do I need local ID or residency for Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app)?: No, Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app) doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app)?: iOS · Android · Web
How much does Ben Gurion Airport (Ben Gurion app) cost?: Free