Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Doha.
Flights from DOH to BEY start from 00:15 — the first with Qatar Airways. The latest departure is at 22:10 with Middle East Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 42 weekly Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your DOH to BEY flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Middle East Airlines is your gateway to discovering Beirut (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Lebanon!). Check out the direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Middle East Airlines.
With 65.41% of its services arriving as planned, Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier offering DOH to BEY flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between DOH and BEY:
Queen Alia International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight is Rs51,366. A round-trip fare is currently Rs61,187. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from DOH to BEY by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DOH to BEY by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DOH touch down on schedule 83.59% of the time.
Hamad International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Doha. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near DOH:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Consider booking a hotel near BEY if you're taking a late Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car and explore Beirut and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, city car and Advance Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to central Beirut has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Beirut. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Hamad International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DOH to BEY in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Lebanon
Tripoli is just one of the many cities in Lebanon waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Beirut. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
Sidon is another must-experience destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometres south of Beirut. No trip is complete without a visit to Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.