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TLV Ben Gurion Airport
Ben Gurion Airport (IATA: TLV, ICAO:LLBG) is located in the the city of Tel Aviv- Yafo, Israel. It is the primary international airport serving Tel Aviv- Yafo and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+9723-972-3333

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IATA Code

TLV

ICAO Code

LLBG

Name

Ben Gurion Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Israel (IL)

City

Tel Aviv- Yafo

Latitude

32.0113983

Longitude

34.8866997

Time Zone

UTC+02:00

Phone Number

+9723-972-3333

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Ben Gurion Airport（TLV）Overview

ICAO: LLBG · Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel · UTC+02:00

Ben Gurion Airport is Israel’s principal international gateway and a major air logistics entry point for the Tel Aviv metropolitan area, central Israel and the Jerusalem corridor. The airport is located near Lod, approximately 15 km from Tel Aviv and about 40 km from Jerusalem according to the supplied airport record. International operations are primarily associated with Terminal 3, while Terminal 1 also supports selected international and budget operations; the applicable terminal must be confirmed for each shipment. For our platform, the airport is best treated as a security-sensitive international gateway where booking confirmation, advance cargo acceptance, customs documentation and consignee collection arrangements should be completed before cargo is tendered.

Airport name	Ben Gurion Airport
Location	Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
IATA / ICAO	TLV / LLBG
Coordinates	32.0113983, 34.8866997
Primary logistics role	International passenger, belly-cargo and air-freight gateway for Israel

Key Highlights

National gateway

Ben Gurion Airport is the country’s principal international airport, supporting both export uplift and import distribution.

Central location

Road access near the Tel Aviv–Jerusalem corridor provides practical reach to commercial, technology and life-science centers.

Security-sensitive handling

Shipment screening, shipper information and routing approval may materially affect acceptance and cut-off planning.

Mixed cargo model

Available capacity may combine passenger-aircraft belly space, freighter options and overseas connections, subject to booking confirmation.

Time-critical planning

Late documentation, security review, customs inspection or consignee authorization can extend the planned transit window.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Air cargo terminals: Export and import cargo is processed through airport cargo operators and handling facilities designated for the relevant airline or shipment. The handling agent, terminal and acceptance window must be confirmed at booking.
Import and export handling: Services generally include document reception, security screening, build-up or breakdown, storage and release coordination. Actual availability depends on the selected carrier and handling contract.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Pharma, biologics, perishables and other controlled shipments require pre-alert, packaging validation and confirmation of cool-room or temperature-controlled handling before tender.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance is subject to IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, carrier approval, correct declaration, compliant packaging and the handling station’s capability for the specific UN number.
Customs-controlled cargo: Import release, export declaration and any inspection or permit process should be coordinated with the Israeli importer, customs broker and relevant authorities; our team can align the document flow before arrival.
Collection and delivery: Final release normally depends on customs status, airline or handler release, consignee authorization and identification requirements. Truck appointment and access conditions should be checked before dispatch.

Facility names, storage limits, operating hours, screening arrangements and special-cargo acceptance rules can change by handler and carrier. Our service team verifies the applicable cargo terminal before issuing final delivery instructions.

Routes & Logistics Transit Planning

Europe: Regular commercial airfreight planning commonly uses European gateways for direct or connecting services, depending on origin, airline capacity and security acceptance.
North America: Shipments may move through direct services when available or through European and other approved gateways. Connection feasibility must be checked against the cargo type and carrier schedule.
Asia and the Far East: Routing may involve direct uplift, regional hubs or interline connections. Space, geopolitical conditions, screening and transshipment restrictions can affect the final itinerary.
Transit expectations: Our platform provides an indicative routing only after receiving origin, destination, commodity, chargeable weight, dimensions and ready date. Published flight schedules are not a guarantee of cargo uplift or final delivery time.
Delay factors: Security inspection, customs examination, documentation discrepancy, weekend or holiday processing, aircraft capacity changes and consignee availability should be included in the shipment plan.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Commercial hinterland

Road distribution typically serves the Tel Aviv metropolitan area, central Israel, the Lod corridor and onward destinations including Jerusalem and other national markets.

Technology and electronics

High-value electronics, components, laboratory equipment and time-sensitive technology products require secure packaging, accurate commercial values and controlled handover.

Life sciences

Pharmaceuticals, diagnostic materials and medical devices may require temperature evidence, permits, special packaging and consignee readiness before arrival.

Industrial and engineering goods

Spare parts, machinery components and project cargo should be checked for dimensions, lifting requirements, export controls and import licensing.

Perishables and time-critical goods

Fresh produce, cut flowers and other perishables need pre-booked handling, clear temperature instructions and a confirmed delivery plan.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline and cargo-handler cut-offs differ by route, commodity, aircraft and security process. Our team requests the confirmed acceptance deadline rather than relying on a generic airport cut-off.
Security information: The shipper’s full legal name, address, commodity description, package details and screening status must be consistent across the booking, air waybill and commercial documents. Vague descriptions can trigger review or rejection.
Dangerous goods and special cargo: Provide the safety data sheet, UN details, packing instruction, declaration and handling requirements where applicable. Live animals, lithium batteries, valuables, perishables and human remains require separate pre-approval.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, permits and importer details should be supplied before arrival. Israeli customs, airline or security examination may delay release and should not be bypassed through informal delivery instructions.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send booking information early with ready date, origin, destination, gross weight, dimensions, package count, commodity, declared value and any special handling requirement.
Use a precise commodity description and reconcile the commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill and customs data before cargo handover.
For pharma, perishables or other temperature-sensitive shipments, select validated packaging, define the acceptable temperature range and obtain handler acceptance before dispatch.
For urgent or capacity-sensitive cargo, ask our team to compare direct, connecting and alternative gateway options. The final choice should consider security acceptance, customs capability, total transit risk and last-mile collection—not only the flight duration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Ben Gurion Airport handle general air freight?

It serves as Israel’s main international air gateway and handles international cargo through airline and cargo-handler facilities. Acceptance depends on the selected carrier, routing, commodity, security review and available capacity, so our platform confirms the handling arrangement before tender.

How early should cargo be delivered to the airport?

There is no single universal deadline. Airline, route, terminal, aircraft type and security requirements determine the actual cut-off. Our team provides the confirmed cargo acceptance time after booking rather than applying a fixed airport-wide promise.

What documents are normally required for import cargo?

A commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill and complete importer or consignee details are normally required. Product permits, certificates, licenses or customs data may also apply according to the commodity and Israeli import rules.

Can temperature-controlled or dangerous goods be shipped through Ben Gurion Airport?

They may be accepted when the airline and handling facility approve the shipment in advance. The shipper must provide compliant packaging, declarations and supporting documents, while cold-chain arrangements and acceptance limits must be confirmed for the specific movement.

How is cargo collected after arrival?

Collection generally follows airline or handler release, customs clearance and consignee authorization. Our service team coordinates with the local broker and delivery provider, but identity checks, appointments and terminal access conditions remain subject to the responsible facility.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, location, codes, coordinates, address and time-zone information are based on the airport record supplied for this page. Airport status, terminal arrangements, cargo acceptance, security procedures and operational restrictions should be reconfirmed for each shipment.

Airport operator and operational information: iaa.gov.il
International airport and airline industry reference: iata.org
International aviation standards and airport coding reference: icao.int
Israeli government and regulatory information: gov.il

The listed domains are reference sources rather than a guarantee of live capacity, flight schedules, handling hours, customs release time or shipment acceptance. Our platform obtains shipment-specific confirmation from the relevant carrier, handler, broker and consignee before execution.