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Flight deals from Riyadh to Beirut

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 1,616. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Beirut

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Beirut flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Riyadh to Beirut

Riyadh to Beirut: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Riyadh to Beirut below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Beirut.

Riyadh to Beirut: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 652
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineMEA
Average flights per week47

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Beirut: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Beirut is AED 1,268. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Beirut.
MEA and Saudia fly direct from Riyadh to Beirut.
There are 47 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Beirut, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Beirut is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Beirut but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beirut is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Royal Jordanian and MEA offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beirut.

Traveling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Beirut is one hour behind Riyadh and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from RUH to BEY start from 09:15 — the earliest with Middle East Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:10 with Middle East Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your RUH to BEY flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Traveling to Beirut (and then exploring more of Lebanon!) is a breeze with MEA. This popular airline offers direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with MEA on this route.

  • MEA is the most punctual carrier offering RUH to BEY flights. An exceptional 88.03% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RUH and BEY include:

    • Cairo Airport

    • Kuwait Airport

    • Amman Queen Alia Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Beirut Airport (BEY)

  • At the moment, AED 652 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 1,268. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from RUH to BEY.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from RUH to BEY couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport.

Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • 85% of flights departing from Riyadh Airport land at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of RUH.

  • Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport, have a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short ride from RUH.

Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)

Getting from Beirut Airport (BEY) to central Beirut

  • Beirut Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from the center of Beirut. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Traveling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Beirut in March.

  • The warmest month in Beirut is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Riyadh Airport to Beirut Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to BEY in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.

Explore more of Lebanon

  • You've visited Beirut, now it's time to explore other corners of Lebanon. Journey around 72 kilometers north-east to Tripoli to tick off its popular sights. From The Great Mosque to Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Sidon is another sought-after destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometers south of Beirut. No trip is complete without visiting Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle.

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