Which Airport is Closest to the Dead Sea in Israel?

When planning a trip to the Dead Sea, the first question is: which airport should you fly into?
There is no airport directly at the Dead Sea, but several nearby options make it easy to reach this unique destination. Let’s compare.

Ben Gurion Airport (Tel Aviv)

• Distance: ~120 km
• Travel time: 1.5–2 hours by car
• Best option for international travelers – most flights land here.

👉 Book your Ben Gurion Airport Transfer to the Dead Sea
👉 Or check direct Transportation from Ben Gurion to the Dead Sea

Tel Aviv Airport to the Dead Sea

Often travelers search for “Tel Aviv Airport,” but it is the same as Ben Gurion (TLV).
Private transfer is the fastest solution.

👉 See details: Transfer from Tel Aviv to Dead Sea

Jerusalem to the Dead Sea

• Distance: ~80 km
• Travel time: around 1 hour
• Great for visitors staying in the capital.

👉 Learn more: Transportation from Jerusalem to the Dead Sea

Eilat Ramon Airport

• Distance: ~220 km
• Travel time: 3–3.5 hours by car
• Convenient if you combine Red Sea & Dead Sea resorts.

👉 Check routes: Dead Sea to Eilat Transfers
👉 Or book: Eilat Transportation to Dead Sea

Other Israeli Cities

If you arrive via smaller airports or local transfers, Ormax covers all:

• Beer Sheva to Dead Sea
• Ramat Gan to Dead Sea
• Hod Hasharon to Dead Sea
• Metula to Dead Sea
• Yokneam Illit to Dead Sea
• Rosh Pina to Dead Sea
• Katzrin to Dead Sea

Final Answer

The closest airport to the Dead Sea is Ben Gurion (Tel Aviv), about 120 km away.
From there, the most convenient choice is an Ormax private transfer – fast, reliable, and directly to your hotel or spa.

👉 Book your Dead Sea Transfer with Ormax today