Book Cheap Flights to Eilat from UK

Cheap Flights to Eilat from the UK

Eilat flights from London take around 7-12 hours depending on your routing. The city is served by Ramon International Airport (ETM), located about 19km from the city centre.

There are no direct flights from the UK to Eilat. Most connections route through Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Athens. El Al via Tel Aviv and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul offer the most frequent services.

Return fares range from £300-400 in low season to £550-800+ during peak periods. October-April / Jewish holidays / Christmas-New Year typically sees the highest demand. May-September usually offers the best deals.

Eilat is Israel's southernmost city on the Red Sea, known for beaches, diving, and duty-free shopping. The city sits at the junction of Israel, Jordan, and Egypt, making it a hub for regional travel.

Ramon International Airport (ETM) – Facilities & Travel Guide

Ramon International Airport (ETM) is the main airport serving Eilat, Israel. Located approximately 19 km from the city centre, it handles both domestic and international flights. The airport connects Eilat to major hubs including Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Athens, Vienna.

New airport opened 2019, replacing the old city airport. Modern terminal with full services, duty-free, restaurants, lounges. 19km from Eilat city.

Terminals: 1 terminal (modern)
Currency Exchange: Available in terminal
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi available
Prayer Rooms: Available

Getting from Ramon International Airport to the city centre:

Taxis: 80-120 ILS to city centre. Travel time: 20-25 minutes
Private Transfers: Bookable in advance for direct service
Hotel Shuttles: Many hotels offer airport pickup

Tips for travelling through ETM:

Arrive Early: Allow 2-3 hours before international flights
Currency: Have local currency ready for taxis and small purchases
Visa: Check visa requirements before travel
Time Zone: Eilat operates on GMT+2 (GMT+3 DST)

Flight Times to Eilat

There are currently no direct flights from the UK to Eilat. All routes require at least one connection through major hub cities.

Typical flight times with one connection:

Via Tel Aviv (El Al): Around 7-12 hours total
Via Istanbul (Turkish Airlines): Around 7-12 hours total
Via Athens (Israir): Around 7-12 hours total

Recommended minimum layover: 2-3 hours

Overnight layovers in Tel Aviv or Istanbul can sometimes reduce total cost
Airport hotels available at major hub airports for comfortable connections

Eilat operates on GMT+2 (GMT+3 DST). The time difference from London varies depending on daylight saving time in both locations.

Airlines Flying to Eilat

El Al

Turkish Airlines

Israir

Arkia

Wizz Air

Aegean Airlines

Eilat Flight Prices

Category	Period	Average Return Fares
Economy - Low Season	May-September	£300-400
Economy - Mid Season	Shoulder periods	£400-550
Economy - High Season	October-April / Jewish holidays / Christmas-New Year	£550-800+
Business - Low Season	May-September	£1,400-1,900
Business - High Season	October-April / Jewish holidays / Christmas-New Year	£1,900-2,700

Booking Tips:

Book 6-8 weeks before travel to save up to 15-25%
Avoid peak religious/holiday periods when prices surge 30-50%
Fly midweek (Tue-Thu) for cheaper fares
Compare different hub connections for best value

Best Time to Book Eilat Flights

Price Patterns

Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings

Last-minute deals are rare for this route

Peak periods (October-April / Jewish holidays / Christmas-New Year): Prices increase 20-40%

Sweet Spot

6-8 weeks before travel for best combination of availability and price.

Avoid Booking

Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)

During peak holiday announcements (prices spike immediately)

School holiday periods if travelling with families

Things to Do in Eilat

Red Sea diving

World-class diving and snorkeling with coral reefs and diverse marine life. Coral Beach Nature Reserve.

Underwater Observatory

Marine park with underwater viewing galleries and shark pool. Popular family attraction.

Dolphin Reef

Beach where dolphins swim freely. Swimming and diving with dolphins available.

Timna Park

Desert valley with ancient copper mines, rock formations, and Solomon's Pillars. 25km north.

Border crossings

Easy access to Petra, Jordan via Yitzhak Rabin crossing. Taba, Egypt also accessible.

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