Flying from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Belfast. Explore your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when organising your flight from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY).
Beirut is two hours ahead of Belfast. Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Belfast to BEY.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Belfast to BEY departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
BFS is about 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
67.55% of flights that leave from Belfast International Airport land at their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Check out these connections between George Best Belfast City Airport and BEY:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can get to BHD from the centre of Belfast in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Belfast to BEY flight? Check in to a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Consider booking a hotel close to BEY if you have a late flight from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks before your Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
ج.م. 10,396 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 16,339. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to BEY, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY). August is when most people travel to Beirut. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Belfast to BEY flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 8ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Beirut
After booking your flight from Belfast to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beirut:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Beirut when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Downtown Beirut followed by SKYBAR Beirut and Rocks.
Explore more of Lebanon
Make the most of your Lebanon getaway by exploring beyond Beirut. About 105 kilometres away to the north-east, Qachlaq is another exciting city to put on your to-do list. Check off some of its popular attractions such as centre ville while you're here.
Another favourite stop in Lebanon, Jânîne is roughly 105 kilometres north-east of Beirut. Make time for highlights including حكر جنين Hekr Jenine.
