Flying from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
Beirut is 6 hours ahead of New York. Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to BEY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
August is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
We make it a breeze to book a flight from New York to BEY that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between EWR and BEY include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
From central New York, EWR is around 24 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Booked an early flight from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between John F. Kennedy International Airport and BEY:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in around 1 hour and 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 48 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to BEY:
About Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Beirut. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 11 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is Rs80,792. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs187,364. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from New York to BEY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from New York to BEY.
Personalise your trip using filters. Adjust the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Beirut, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from New York to BEY in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap flights from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beirut
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beirut:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. National Museum of Beirut, Pigeon Rocks and Beirut Souks are must-visits when exploring Beirut.
Complete your Beirut trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from New York to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Beirut. Check out the offers and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.