Cheap Calls to Israel — From $0.0879/min
Country code: +972
Landline
BEST VALUE10 min call = $0.88
Mobile
10 min call = $2.58
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How Much Does a Call to Israel Cost?
Quick reference at our base rate of $0.0879/min:
Rate Breakdown — Israel
Rates vary by carrier and line type. Here's exactly what you'll pay per minute.
| Destination | Rate/min | 10 min call |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $0.0879/min | $0.88 |
| Israel - Mobile Pelephone | $0.2576/min | $2.58 |
| Israel - Mobile Other | $0.2576/min | $2.58 |
| Israel - Mobile Mirs | $0.2681/min | $2.68 |
| Israel - Fixed Palestine Region | $0.4896/min | $4.90 |
| Israel - Mobile Palestine Region | $0.5452/min | $5.45 |
Rates are per minute, billed per started minute. No connection fees. Updated regularly.
Calling Israel — Things to Know
- WhatsApp is the dominant messaging app in Israel — virtually everyone uses it. WhatsApp calls work well due to Israel's excellent telecom infrastructure.
- Israel has a highly competitive mobile market with low domestic rates. Pelephone, Cellcom, Partner (Orange), HOT Mobile, and Golan Telecom are the main carriers.
- Shabbat (Friday evening to Saturday evening) is important — many observant Israelis won't answer phones during this time. Plan calls accordingly.
- Israel's DST schedule follows the Hebrew calendar, causing the time difference from the US to shift by an hour at different dates than US DST changes.
- There is a large Israeli diaspora in the US (approximately 500,000) and strong cultural ties. Many families call regularly.
- Hebrew is the primary language. English is widely spoken, especially in business and tech sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest way to call Israel from the US?
BubblyPhone starts at $0.0879/min. Google Voice charges $0.02/min. AT&T without a plan is $0.22/min.
What is Israel's country code?
Israel's country code is +972. Tel Aviv is 3, Jerusalem 2, Haifa 4. Mobile numbers start with 5.
What time should I call Israel?
Israel is usually 7 hours ahead of US Eastern. Evening (7–9 PM) is about 12–2 PM US Eastern. Avoid Shabbat (Friday evening to Saturday evening).
Should I avoid calling during Shabbat?
Many observant Israelis don't use phones during Shabbat (Friday sunset to Saturday nightfall). For secular Israelis, Shabbat is simply the weekend. Know your audience.
Can I call Israeli mobile numbers?
Yes. Israeli mobiles start with 5 after +972. All carriers reachable.
Are there hidden fees?
No. BubblyPhone bills per minute with no connection fees. $5 gives about 56 minutes to an Israeli landline.
How much does a 10-minute call to Israel cost?
With BubblyPhone at $0.0879/min, about $0.88 to a landline. With AT&T without a plan, $2.20.
Do I need an app?
No. BubblyPhone works in any web browser. iOS and Android apps also available.
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