Airport Comparison
Tel Aviv (TLV) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 11,715 kilometers (7,280 miles / 6,326 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Israel with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:20 in Tel Aviv, it's 02:20 in South Lake Tahoe. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,133 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe Airport sits higher than Ben Gurion International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Tel Aviv (TLV) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) and Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.