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Israel · Taxi & CarsYango
Israel's main alternative to Gett - a taxi-hailing app with upfront pricing, cash or card payment and coverage of Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa and other cities. Uber does not operate in Israel.
What it helps with
- A licensed taxiNo street haggling.
- Ride to Ben GurionAirport trips.
- Getting around on ShabbatWhen buses stop.
About Yango
Yango is the international taxi-hailing brand of Yandex, launched in Israel in 2018 to compete with the long-established local app Gett. It shows the ride price upfront before you book and works with both licensed taxi companies and independent drivers across the country.
Key Features
- Upfront Pricing: See an estimated fare calculated from distance and traffic before confirming the ride.
- Wide City Coverage: Available in Tel Aviv and the surrounding area, Jerusalem, Haifa, Beersheba and other cities, plus Ben Gurion Airport.
- Cash or Card: Pay the driver directly in cash or add a card in the app for cashless payment.
- Ride Sharing for Safety: Share your trip status and route with someone else from the app.
How to Get Started
- Download the Yango app and register with your phone number.
- Set your pickup point and destination to see the upfront estimated fare.
- Confirm the ride and wait for a licensed taxi to arrive.
- Pay in cash or through a linked card at the end of the trip.
Before you use it
- Fees: Fares are higher at night and on Shabbat and holidays.
- Payment: Foreign Visa and Mastercard cards work for payment.
Foreign card OK
English available
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Yango work with a foreign bank card in Israel?
- Yes - Yango accepts foreign-issued cards in Israel.
- Is Yango available in English?
- Yes, Yango has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Yango?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Yango.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Yango?
- No, Yango doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Yango?
- iOS · Android
- How much does Yango cost?
- Metered fare or upfront price; extra night and Shabbat rate
Phrases for the driverHebrew
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- Please take me to this address (show it on the map) בבקשה, לכתובת הזאת. Bevakasha, la-ktovet ha-zot.
- How much will it cost? כמה זה עולה? Kama ze ole?
- Please turn on the meter תפעיל מונה, בבקשה. Tafil mone, bevakasha.
- Can I pay by card? אפשר לשלם בכרטיס? Efshar leshalem be-kartis?
- Stop here, please עצור כאן, בבקשה. Atzor kan, bevakasha.
- Thank you תודה. Toda.