Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Helsinki and Beirut share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Your HEL to BEY flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between HEL and BEY include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Right now, ج.م. 4,487 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 9,971. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from HEL to BEY, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HEL to BEY.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Book a hotel near BEY if you're taking a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Hire and chase adventure across Beirut and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to central Beirut has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Beirut based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to BEY in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've seen Beirut, now it's time to discover more of Lebanon. Travel about 72 kilometres north-east to Tripoli to tick off its leading attractions. From AlSaboun Caravanserai to Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Lebanon, head for Sidon, roughly 40 kilometres south of Beirut. Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle are the start of reasons to visit.