Travelling from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is six hours ahead of Beirut, where Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid missing your BEY to Shanghai flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from BEY to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
BEY is around 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 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 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near BEY. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart BEY land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Shanghai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Shanghai flight is Rs132,598. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs248,388. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BEY to Shanghai, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Shanghai. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Increase your likelihood of securing the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from BEY to Shanghai is a smart move.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Shanghai has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BEY to Shanghai flight:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from SHA ahead of time. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
February is the most popular month for flights from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, visit Shanghai in December.
Before booking a Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BEY to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are must-do's during your Shanghai adventure.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're interested in discovering another side of China, head for Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea are highlights.