Ben Gurion Airport to the Dead Sea (Ein Bokek)
Private transfer Ben Gurion Airport to the Dead Sea (Ein Bokek): $565 sedan, $760 minivan (7 seats), $1,460 minibus, $1,220 Mercedes — per car, one way. 170 km, about 2 h. Included: licensed Russian-speaking driver (English or Hebrew on request), fuel, tolls and parking; pay the driver in cash; free cancellation 24 h ahead. Prices checked .
The Ein Bokek hotel strip on the southern Dead Sea is about 170 km from Ben Gurion — around 2 hours, more in traffic. There is no train, and the buses mean a change and do not run on Shabbat, so most visitors with luggage take a car straight to the hotel door.
- Distance170 km
- Drive time2 h
- Pricefrom $565
Ben Gurion Airport to the Dead Sea (Ein Bokek): price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6, USD | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Corolla / Skoda Octavia or similar | $565 ≈ ₪1,752 | ≈ 283 | ≈ 188 | — | — |
| Minivan (7) up to 7 Kia Carnival / VW Caravelle or similar | $760 ≈ ₪2,356 | ≈ 380 | ≈ 253 | ≈ 190 | ≈ 127 |
| Minibus (Sprinter) up to 16 Mercedes Sprinter, 16–19 seats | $1,460 ≈ ₪4,526 | ≈ 730 | ≈ 487 | ≈ 365 | ≈ 243 |
| Premium (Mercedes) up to 6 Mercedes E-Class (up to 3) or V-Class (up to 6) | $1,220 ≈ ₪3,782 | ≈ 610 | ≈ 407 | ≈ 305 | ≈ 203 |
+20% / +40% in Israeli taxi-tariff night, Shabbat and holiday hours · return — price of the reverse route · entrance tickets not included.
Ben Gurion Airport to Dead Sea: every way compared (2026)
| Option | Price | Time | Door to door | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi Ben Gurion → Dead Sea | approx. ≈ ₪800–900 per car | approx. 2–2.5 h | Yes | No booking |
| Bus with a change | not verified | not verified | No | Budget, light luggage — not on Shabbat |
| Private car (RideIL) | $565 per car (sedan), ≈ $188 per person for 3 | 2 h | Yes | Families, luggage, night arrivals, photo stops |
Public transport fares are approximate; check locally. Sources: The Traveler, Ben Gurion to the Dead Sea (27 Jul 2026) (2026-10-21).
The road
Either via Jerusalem and down Route 1 to the Dead Sea, then south on Route 90 past Qumran, Ein Gedi and Masada; or south via Route 6 and Arad, descending to Ein Bokek from the west. The driver picks the faster road for the day and time.
Worth stopping
- A viewpoint over the Dead Sea on the descent, or the Ein Gedi area — a short stop is included on transfers.
- Kibbutz Ein Gedi and Neve Zohar have small shops if you want water or snacks before the hotel.
Good to know
- The Dead Sea lies about 430 m below sea level; summer days are very hot — carry water even on a short stop.
- Planning Masada? Ask for a stop on the way (extra waiting time is quoted) or book the Masada and Dead Sea day trip.
Included
- Private car and licensed driver, fuel, Highway 6 / Carmel tunnel tolls, parking
- Russian-speaking driver as standard; English or Hebrew on request — confirmed when you book
- Meet & greet with a name sign at Ben Gurion and Ramon, 60 min free waiting after landing
- Short stops on the way for coffee or photos (up to 30 min on transfers)
- Child seat free on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup (multi-day: 7 days)
Who runs your trip
RideIL: Bookings operated by GG Services Limited (Hong Kong). We hand-pick licensed drivers in every country, preferring drivers with experience in tourism.
Russian-speaking driver as standard; English and other languages on request, confirmed at booking.
Ben Gurion Airport to the Dead Sea (Ein Bokek): questions
How much is a private transfer from Ben Gurion to the Dead Sea?
$565 for a sedan, $760 for a 7-seat minivan, $1,460 for a minibus, $1,220 for a Mercedes — per car to any Ein Bokek or Neve Zohar hotel.
Do you go to Ein Gedi or Kalia instead of Ein Bokek?
Yes. Ein Gedi is on the way and costs the same; for northern Dead Sea beaches (Kalia, Biankini) ask for a quote — it is shorter.
How long is the drive?
About 2 hours; on Thursday afternoons and before holidays allow 2.5–3 hours.