Traveling from Basra International Airport (BSR) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
A direct flight from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport takes on average 2 hours 17 minutes. The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which makes it 1 hour behind Basra.
Flights from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport start at 08:30 — the first with Iraqi Airways. The last departure is the 17:30 service with Iraqi Airways. Overall, there are 5 services every week from BSR to BEY.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Middle East Airlines runs direct flights from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to check out the sights in Beirut — plus maybe even more of Lebanon if time allows.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between BSR and BEY:
Queen Alia International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Lebanon, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BSR to BEY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Basra International Airport (BSR) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is C$404. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$695. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from BSR to BEY by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Basra International Airport (BSR)
To get to Basra International Airport from central Basra, it takes about 17 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Get your flight from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a short ride from BSR, book a night at Basrah International Airport Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BEY:
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to central Beirut is about 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Beirut based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Basra International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from BSR to BEY around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Beirut
As soon as you've locked in your flights from BSR to BEY, you'll want to find a hotel in Beirut. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
National Museum of Beirut and Pigeon Rocks are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Beirut to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Beirut Souks.
Complete your Beirut trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Beirut.