Flying from London International Airport (YXU) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your YXU to BEY flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Right now, AED 2,552 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 5,835. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from YXU to BEY, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from London International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YXU to BEY by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London International Airport (YXU)
50.41% of flights that depart London International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London International Airport is approximately 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to YXU? If you're boarding an early flight from London International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
If you have a late London International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BEY:
Follow your own route with a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Rental and see more of Beirut and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is roughly 8 kilometers from central Beirut. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Beirut. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from London International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YXU to BEY in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've seen Beirut, now it's time to discover other corners of Lebanon. Travel about 72 kilometers north-east to Tripoli to tick off its top sights. From AlSaboun Caravanserai to Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Sidon is another must-experience destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometers south of Beirut. No trip is complete without seeing Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.
