Flying from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is five hours behind Beirut, where Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BEY to Rio de Janeiro flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from BEY to Rio de Janeiro. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
BEY is around 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near BEY. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
85% of flights departing from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of BEY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Rio de Janeiro
Rs228,889 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs324,467. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BEY to Rio de Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BEY to Rio de Janeiro.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio de Janeiro takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Reserving your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BEY to Rio de Janeiro can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
The trip will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your BEY to Rio de Janeiro flight, settle in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU can get you a lower rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro and head for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Rio de Janeiro is around 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and usually takes 45 minutes to drive there.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, head for a hotel close to RRJ. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your BEY to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is smart. As well as better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the most popular month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BEY to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio de Janeiro
After booking your flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are popular attractions which should feature on any good Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top attractions. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Belo Horizonte is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
