TLV
Transportation & Travel abbreviation · Airport Code
| Stands for | Ben Gurion Airport |
|---|---|
| Categories | Transportation & Travel |
TLV stands for Ben Gurion Airport, an airport code abbreviation.
Israel's main international airport, located near Lod about 20 kilometers southeast of Tel Aviv, and the hub of El Al. It is known for some of the most rigorous passenger security screening in the world.
Example: Arrive at TLV three hours early; the security questions alone can take a while.
Usage notes
ICAO code LLBG. Named for David Ben-Gurion, Israel's first prime minister. Formerly called Lod Airport. Security relies heavily on passenger interviews and profiling as well as technology. A rail station under the terminal connects it to Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
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