A taxi from Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion Airport costs ₪150 fixed price for a standard sedan during daytime. But that's just the starting point. Distance, vehicle type, time of day, and special circumstances all affect the final price. Here's the complete 2026 pricing breakdown.
Bottom line: Fixed prices, quoted upfront. No meter, no surprises. Most rides in central Israel: ₪150-300. Distant cities: up to ₪1,700 (Eilat).
Prices by City (Daytime, Standard Sedan)
| From | Distance | Time | Price (ILS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tel Aviv | 18 km | 20 min | ₪150 |
| Ramat Gan / Givatayim | 16 km | 18 min | ₪150-160 |
| Herzliya | 22 km | 25 min | ₪200 |
| Petah Tikva | 15 km | 18 min | ₪150 |
| Netanya | 35 km | 40 min | ₪264 |
| Jerusalem | 55 km | 50 min | ₪293 |
| Haifa | 100 km | 90 min | ₪579 |
| Beersheba | 90 km | 70 min | ₪483 |
| Eilat | 340 km | 4 hours | ₪1703 |
Vehicle Types & Pricing
| Vehicle | Capacity | From Tel Aviv | From Jerusalem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 1-3 passengers | ₪150 | ₪320 |
| Station Wagon | 1-4 + luggage | ₪180 | ₪350 |
| Large Taxi (6-7) | Family/group | ₪220 | ₪420 |
| Minibus (12-16) | Group/tour | ₪450 | ₪650 |
| VIP (Mercedes E/S Class) | 1-4 executive | ₪400 | ₪600 |
Surcharges
- Night surcharge (21:00–05:30): +25%
- Shabbat (Friday 15:00 — Saturday sunset): +25%
- Jewish holidays: +25%
- Early morning (05:30–07:00): +15%
- Combined Shabbat + night: Up to +50% (mostly applicable)
Example: Tel Aviv → TLV at 03:00 = ₪150 × 1.25 = ₪188. Tel Aviv → TLV at 22:00 on Shabbat = ₪150 × 1.50 = ₪225.
Payment Methods
| Method | Surcharge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cash (ILS) | 0% | Preferred. Driver gives receipt. |
| Bit (Israeli payment app) | +₪20 flat | Fast & convenient if you have it. |
| Paybox | 0% | Israeli mobile payment. |
| Credit Card | +₪50 | Business clients only (invoice billing). |
⚠️ Travelers note: Credit cards are not generally accepted for private rides. ATMs available at TLV. Most drivers accept USD/EUR at reasonable rates — ask in advance.
What's Included
- Door-to-door service
- Flight tracking (no extra wait charge for delays)
- All standard luggage
- English-speaking driver
- Mineral water
- USB charging
What's Extra
- Child seat: +₪20-30 per seat (free if you bring your own)
- Extra stops: First stop within 3 km — free. Beyond that — case-by-case
- Significantly oversized luggage: May require larger vehicle
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