Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, making Beirut one hour ahead of Milan.
Flights from MXP to BEY start at 11:00 — the earliest with Middle East Airlines. The latest departure is at 11:20 with Middle East Airlines. In total, there are three weekly Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MXP to BEY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
MEA is your gateway to discovering Beirut (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Lebanon!). Check out the direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport offered by this popular carrier.
MEA is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating MXP to BEY flights, MEA has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MXP and BEY:
Istanbul Airport
Athens International Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport flight is ج.م. 4,768. A return fare right now is ج.م. 10,900. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book four months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MXP to BEY.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport.
Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Milan Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MXP? If you've booked an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Beirut Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Beirut and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Beirut Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Beirut Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut Airport to central Beirut has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
July is the most popular month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Beirut in March.
Book your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Beirut Airport for August if you'd like to explore Beirut during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MXP to BEY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've done Beirut, now it's time to discover more of Lebanon. Journey about 72 kilometres north-east to Tripoli to check off its popular sights. From The Great Mosque to Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 40 kilometres south of Beirut, Sidon is another essential stop in Lebanon. Start your sightseeing at Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle.
