Airport Comparison
| MGC | TLV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field | Ben Gurion International Airport |
| IATA Code | MGC | TLV |
| ICAO Code | KMGC | LLBG |
| City | Michigan City | Tel Aviv |
| Country | United States | Israel |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Elevation | 655 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.700000, -86.820000 | 32.010000, 34.890000 |
Michigan City (MGC) to Tel Aviv (TLV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) in Michigan City, United States to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 9,881 kilometers (6,140 miles / 5,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.
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 14:12 in Michigan City, it's 22:12 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.
The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Michigan City (MGC) follows a heading of 321° (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 Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.