Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Beirut is ten hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LAX to BEY flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Beirut Airport. These are the top stopovers between LAX and BEY:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
Rs125,887 is the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Beirut Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs249,012. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from LAX to BEY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beirut Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to BEY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Beirut Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination on time.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beirut Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Beirut Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
Grab a Beirut Airport rental car and explore Beirut and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, city car and Advance Car Rental are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Beirut Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Beirut Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Beirut. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beirut Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Beirut. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Beirut Airport for August if you want to visit Beirut during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX 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 explored once you've taken in the sights of Beirut. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include The Great Mosque, Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai.
If you're eager to discover another side of Lebanon, head for Sidon, roughly 40 kilometres south of Beirut. Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle are key highlights.
