Travelling from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, making Beirut one hour behind Madinah.
Your MED to BEY flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MED and BEY include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Rs92,657 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs126,296. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MED to BEY. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MED to BEY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
77.98% of flights departing from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport from central Madinah, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MED? If you're catching an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
If you're landing on a late Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near BEY:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Hire and experience more of Beirut and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
From Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, Beirut is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Beirut based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MED to BEY in January. Temperatures average 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 AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
Sidon is another sought-after destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometres south of Beirut. No trip is complete without visiting Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.