Travelling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Basel.
Your BSL to BEY flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BSL and BEY:
Frankfurt Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Currently, Rs15,823 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs34,637. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BSL to BEY, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BSL to BEY.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Of all flights leaving EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach EuroAirport Swiss from central Basel, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BSL? If you're boarding an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Consider booking a hotel close to BEY if you're on a late EuroAirport Swiss to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Hire and venture far and wide through Beirut and beyond.
Booking your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Beirut. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
August is the most popular month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Beirut in April.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BSL to BEY in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've done Beirut, now it's time to explore more of Lebanon. Journey around 72 kilometres north-east to Tripoli to tick off its top attractions. From AlSaboun Caravanserai to Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Lebanon, head for Sidon, about 40 kilometres south of Beirut. Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle are among its highlights.
