Business Class Flights To Tel Aviv, Israel

Founded in 1909 as a settlement by Jewish residents of the nearby city of Jaffa, Tel Aviv was considered part of Jaffa until 1921 when it became an independent city. Located on the Mediterranean coast of Israel, Tel Aviv has grown rapidly throughout its short history, becoming home to Jewish immigrants and refugees from around the world. Today, the city of Tel Aviv is the largest in Israel after Jerusalem with a population of just under half a million people. Over time, the city has also become the country’s economic center, with a large percentage of its residents earning above-average incomes.

About 2.5 million international visitors book flights to Tel Aviv each year, making the city one of the most popular destinations in the Middle East.

Tourists who fly business class to Tel Aviv arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), the main airport for the region. The airport is located outside of Tel Aviv in the suburb of Lod, about 10 miles south of the center of the city by car. Ben Gurion International Airport is a hub for El Al, Arkia, Israir Airlines, and Sun D'Or airlines. About 25 million passengers use the airport each year. Flights to Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion International Airport are available from several countries around the world, with much traffic funneling through Los Angeles (LAX) to Tel Aviv and Miami to Tel Aviv. 

Many of the travelers who take business class flights to Tel Aviv come to the city for professional reasons. Tel Aviv is one of the world’s largest and most important economic and technological hubs. Many companies with offices in the city are considered part of the high-tech industry. Tel Aviv is also home to the only securities exchange in Israel, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.

Tel Aviv’s Kiryat Atidim High Tech Zone is home to many of the city’s technology firms. Companies that conduct scientific and medical research are also located there. After California’s Silicon Valley, Tel Aviv has the highest number of technology start-up companies in the world.

Leisure travelers who take flights to Tel Aviv will find many things to do and see in the city. Tel Aviv is known as a hub for culture and nightlife. It is home to many nightclubs, theaters, and performing arts venues. The Israeli Opera Company and the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra are based in the city. Tel Aviv’s Suzanne Dellal Center for Dance and Theatre is an innovation hub for modern and contemporary dance. The city also hosts several music, film, and arts festivals throughout the year.

Tel Aviv is also known for its restaurant scene. The city is home to several fine dining restaurants serving both Israeli cuisine and dishes from across the globe.

A large number of the visitors who come to Tel Aviv set aside time to visit one or more of the city’s many museums. The Eretz Israel Museum specializes in Israeli history and culture. Among the most frequently visited is the Tel Aviv Museum of Fine Art. Located in the modern Herta and Paul Amir Building, the museum specializes in the work of contemporary Israeli artists. One of Tel Aviv’s most popular museums is the Beit Hatfutsot museum, which is owned and operated by Tel Aviv University. The Beit Hatfutsot museum interprets the history and stories of Jewish people throughout the world.

Tel Aviv is a popular destination for sports fans, especially fans of basketball and football (soccer). The city’s Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Club has won several titles and championships across both Israel and Europe. The city is home to several football (soccer) teams and stadiums. The Maccabi Tel Aviv Football Club, Tel Aviv’s professional team, has a large fan base. 

Rowing, beach paddleball, running, and baseball also have followings in the city. Nearly 20,000 people participate in the annual Tel Aviv Marathon each year.

Several notable people are from Tel Aviv. These include Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu; classical violinist Itzhak Perlman; and actress Orli Shoshan who appeared in the Star Wars prequel trilogy.