Eilat Ramon airport (ETM)

Ramon Airport, also known as Eilat-Ramon Airport and opened on 21 January 2019, is the second most important airport in Israel, behind Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. It stands out for its futuristic construction and replaced the old airports of Eilat and Ovda. It operates domestic flights and international routes to some European destinations, such as Greece.

Official Website: iaa.gov.il - INSTAGRAM

Number of terminals - 1 - Open Sunday to Thursday from 5:30 am to 10:30 pm, Friday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday from 7:00 am to 11:30 pm.

Annual passenger traffic: 80,000 passengers passed through it in 2023.

Tel: +972 3972 3333

Information desk next to Gate 32. Tourist office in the Arrivals Hall, opposite Gate 33.

 Location

The airport is located in the Timna Valley, next to Be'er Ora, 18 km (11 miles) north of Eilat.

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What services does Eilat Ramon airport (ETM) facilities include

The airport has currency exchange offices, ATMs, public telephones, power sockets for electronic devices, and free Wi-Fi access.

Food & Drinks

There are two cafés and a fast-food outlet in the Departure area.

Shopping

Duty-free items in the Departures Hall, souvenirs, gifts, accessories, clothing, books, press.

Baggage

Free trolleys near the terminal entrance. For lost or forgotten belongings inside the terminal building, contact Tel +972 50 975 3873.

Other Services

Synagogue, children's entertainment area, first aid clinic, smoking lounges.

Accommodation near Eilat Ramon airport (ETM)

The nearest accommodations are located in the surrounding cities, including:

Elifaz Desert Experience Holiday (8.2 km/5.1 miles)
Eilot Kibbutz Country Lodging (16.2 km/10.1 miles)
U Splash Resort Eilat (16.3 km/10.1 miles)
Beit Oren Eilat (17.4 km/10.8 miles)
Esram Eilat (17.6 km/10.9 miles)

  Booking accommodation

Car rental agencies

The car rental counters are located in the Arrivals Hall of the terminal.

1. Albar (Tel +972 8623 9300 - Sunday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm)
2. Budget (Tel +972 3935 0028 - Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm)
3. Shlomo Sixt (Tel +972 8919 1855 - Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm)

Parking services at Eilat Ramon airport (ETM)

There is a free public car park across the street from the airport.

More information: Tel +972 50 975 3873.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Passengers requiring wheelchairs or special assistance are advised to contact their airline at least 48 hours before travelling to arrange the appropriate services. At the terminal entrance, next to Gate 31, there is a passenger assistance counter with accessible telephones. The counters inside the building are also adapted for special passengers and feature induction loops for people with hearing impairments.

The terminal has ramps and dedicated lanes throughout the different processes. Those in need can board via a lift-equipped vehicle. In front of the main building, there are reserved parking spaces.

You can book an accessible taxi at the offices located next to Gate 34. For buses, visit the Egged counter (Tel +972 3914 3737) outside the Arrivals Hall.

For more accessibility information, call Tel +972 50 975 3873.