The flight distance from Garden City Regional Airport (GCK) in Garden City, United States to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 10,980 kilometers (6,823 miles / 5,929 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 United States with Israel. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:56 in Garden City, it's 15:56 in Tel Aviv. With a 8-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 2,756 feet between the two airports. Ben Gurion International Airport sits lower than Garden City Regional Airport.

The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Garden City (GCK) follows a heading of 326° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Garden City Regional Airport (GCK) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.