Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Beijing: what you need to know
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 6 hours ahead of Beirut.
To ensure you catch your flight from BEY to Beijing, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BEY to Beijing. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you hold a passport from Lebanon, you'll need an embassy visa to visit China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
BEY is around 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BEY:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Beijing
C$402 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,051. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BEY to Beijing if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from BEY to Beijing every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is approximately 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel near PEK if you're catching a late flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from BEY to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing. July is the busiest month to travel to Beijing. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from BEY to Beijing sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beijing, check out our range of hotels including:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Beijing travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tiananmen Square.
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