Israel, getting there and around

By Plane
Ben-Gurion International Airport is located between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and serves both cities. Israel's national carrier, El Al, has direct international connections to European and North American cities. Airlines that fly into Israel include Air France, Iberia, Thai Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, and Lufthansa.

Getting Around

By Plane
Arkia is Israel's inland air service. They don't fly on the Sabbath, but they have flights connecting Jerusalem and Tel Aviv with Eilat and Rosh Pina.

By Bus
Buses run from early morning to late evening, and they operate until midnight in the major cities. Avoid traveling at rush hours (7-8 am and 4-6 pm). Most buses are only in service two to three hours before sunset on Fridays and on the eves of Jewish holidays. From Friday afternoon until Saturday evening, there is no bus service throughout the country, although there are partial bus services in the West Bank, Haifa, and East Jerusalem.

By Train
Trains are cheaper than buses and t he routes run through beautiful areas in Central Israel. Services can be suspended, though, due to conflict in the region. Check if services have resumed before you leave or when you arrive. Although the trains are old, their cabins are roomy and comfortable. They run on a daily schedule save for religious holidays and the Sabbath.

By Sherut
Sherut is a shared limo or van that goes from city to city or points within cities. They often go where buses don't go. On Saturday, they are the only transportation available.