Travelling from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): What you need to know
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is London's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) leaving from here.
4 hours 40 minutes is the average travel time for a direct London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport flight.
Beirut is two hours ahead of London. Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Middle East Airlines at 10pm. Go for the first LHR to BEY departure operated by Middle East Airlines at 12:10pm if getting there sooner works for you.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from London to BEY.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can take a direct flight from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
When departing from LHR, you can catch a direct flight from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport with Middle East Airlines.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with MEA from LHR to BEY.
MEA is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 71.26% of its services arriving on schedule.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from London to BEY leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Located around 24 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and BEY are:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to BEY flight:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82% of them landing on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
You can reserve a plane ticket from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) with a stop or two departing from London Stansted Airport (STN). These are some of the most common stopovers between STN and BEY:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Dalaman Airport (DLM)
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near London Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
STN has an on-time performance rate of 80%. This means most of its flights touch down as expected and your trip is smooth and easy.
About Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport flight.
Getting from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Beirut. How long it takes to get there by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is $205. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $408. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to BEY. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from London to BEY.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY). Visit Beirut in November for a more low-key escape.
When booking your London to BEY plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC and 18ºC.
More about Beirut
After booking your flight from London to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beirut:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Beirut when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Rocks followed by Pigeon Rocks and Mohammad Al Amin Mosque.