Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Samarkand Airport (SKD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Samarkand is three hours ahead of Tel Aviv and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your TLV to SKD flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Samarkand (and then discovering more of Uzbekistan!) is easy with Qanot Sharq. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Qanot Sharq on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport flight is £115. A round-trip ticket is currently £233. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from TLV to SKD by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from TLV to SKD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Of all flights departing from Ben Gurion International Airport, 72.9% land on time at their destination.
Ben Gurion International Airport is around 13 miles from central Tel Aviv. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near TLV:
Arriving at Samarkand Airport (SKD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SKD instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Samarkand Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Keddy By Europcar and discover more of Samarkand and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Samarkand Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to central Samarkand
Samarkand Airport is roughly 4 miles from central Samarkand. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Samarkand in February.
The warmest month in Samarkand is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Samarkand Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TLV to SKD in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Uzbekistan
Tashkent is just one of the many places in Uzbekistan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Samarkand. Around 170 miles away to the north-east, its top attractions include Chorsu Bazaar, Amir Timur Museum and Tashkent TV tower.
Around 260 miles east of Samarkand, Namangan is another favourite stop in Uzbekistan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Hamza kalsavoy, Afsonalar vodiysi and Ola Buka.