Ramon International Airport (near Eilat, Israel) opened to serve the Eilat and southern Negev region, replacing some of the older local airfields for scheduled services. It is an international airport handling both inbound tourist flights and domestic connections, with a single main passenger terminal.
Terminal Guide for Ramon International Airport #
Ramon operates from a single modern terminal building with domestic and international processing in the same complex. Check‑in and arrivals are concentrated in one area, with straightforward transfers between landside services and the departure gates.
Getting to and From Ramon International Airport #
Ramon Airport is about 15-25 km from Eilat city centre; typical drive time is around 20-30 minutes. Transport options include taxis, private transfers, car hire and scheduled shuttle buses or coaches that operate to Eilat and nearby resort towns. Road connections are the main way to reach the airport.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Ramon International Airport #
Facilities include duty‑free for international departures, car hire desks, a selection of cafés and restaurants and basic retail units. Services cater to both arriving tourists and domestic travellers; passenger lounges are available through some airlines or as paid access.
Tips for Ramon International Airport #
- Taxis and shuttles connect to Eilat - the airport is the most convenient for Eilat; ask drivers for a fixed fare into the city.
- Check which Eilat airport is used on your ticket - Ramon replaced the old Eilat Airport for most scheduled services.
Weather & Climate near Ramon International Airport #
Ramon International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 37°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 6° - 18° | 12° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 57% | 3.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.4h |
| February | Excellent | 7° - 20° | 13° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 3.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.0h |
| March | Excellent | 10° - 23° | 17° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 3.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | clear | 38% | 3.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 19° - 33° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 34% | 3.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.5h |
| June | Ideal | 21° - 36° | 29° | 0 mm | clear | 36% | 3.7 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 23° - 37° | 30° | 0 mm | clear | 37% | 3.5 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.7h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 37° | 30° | 0 mm | clear | 41% | 3.5 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 21° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 46% | 3.4 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 48% | 3.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 12° - 24° | 18° | 3 mm | clear | 51% | 2.9 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.6h |
| December | Excellent | 7° - 19° | 13° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 55% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.2h |
