Terminal 1 is the smaller of the two main passenger terminals at Ben Gurion Airport. After an extensive renovation it now serves mainly low-cost airlines and domestic flights, and it is bright, modern and much less crowded than Terminal 3. If you are flying from Terminal 1, here is a guide to the shops, restaurants and services you will find before you board.
What you can buy in Terminal 1
The terminal has shopping and dining areas near the departure gates, along with free Wi-Fi and services for passengers with disabilities. Broadly, you will find:
- Duty free: alcohol, perfume, cosmetics, sweets and chocolate at tax-free prices.
- Books and newspapers: books, magazines and papers in several languages.
- Fashion and accessories: clothing, jewellery, footwear and accessories.
- Souvenirs and gifts: Israeli souvenirs and last-minute presents.
- Electronics: chargers, headphones, phones and other gadgets.
- Food and drink: coffee bars, sandwiches and fast food.
Shops open, close and move from time to time, so check the latest list on the Israel Airports Authority website before you travel.
Shops in Terminal 1 by name
Stores
- James Richardson Duty Free: the main duty-free store, with alcohol, cosmetics, perfume, toiletries, pharmacy products, sweets and chocolate.
- Jack Kuba: located in the duty-free area.
- Ilan’s: in the departures hall, in the ground-floor duty-free area and on the lower level by the gates.
- Steimatzky: books, magazines and travel reading, in the duty-free area and opposite the departure gates.
- Shekem Electric Duty Free: electrical goods, kitchen and grooming appliances, mobile phones, computers and accessories, in the departures hall.
- 019 Mobile: SIM cards and mobile services, in the duty-free area.
- Foot Locker: sports shoes and clothing.
Restaurants and cafés
- Ilan’s Coffee House: an Italian-style coffee bar serving sandwiches, pastries, salads and dairy meals (kosher).
- Cafe Cafe: hot and cold drinks, pastries and sandwiches, in the check-in hall (entrance from gate 3) and the departures hall.
- Café Neto: in the commercial hall.
- Burger King: in the upper departures hall.
- McDonald’s: for a quick bite before boarding.
Tips for shopping at Terminal 1
- Arrive in good time: security and check-in for low-cost flights can be busy at peak times, so leave a margin before you start browsing.
- Know your airline’s cabin rules: low-cost carriers are strict about hand luggage, and duty-free bags may count towards your allowance.
- Liquids on connecting flights: if you are changing planes, keep duty-free liquids in the sealed bag with the receipt.
- Compare prices: duty free is not always cheaper, especially for electronics, so check prices in advance.
For how ordering and collection work, see our guide to duty-free shopping at Ben Gurion and our page on buying duty-free electronics. Not sure which terminal your flight leaves from? Read which terminal for Wizz Air, and if you will need data abroad, check our guide to eSIMs for travelling abroad.
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