Flying from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY).
2 hours 15 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest. Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) is the most popular route. There are 8 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with TAROM at 00:50. Choose the first OTP to BEY departure with TAROM at 00:50 if you want to get going earlier.
For a stress-free 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 catch your flight from Bucharest to BEY.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Go straight to your destination from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Direct flights from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) operate from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport with TAROM. This top carrier offers services from OTP.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Bucharest to BEY. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 36 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Book a hotel close to BEY if you're catching a late flight from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to central Beirut is around 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport from C$142 or travel return from just C$332. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Book 2 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from Bucharest to BEY.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport if you take off in November. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices go down. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Bucharest to BEY.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
April is the quietest time to fly to Beirut. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Bucharest to BEY, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beirut
After booking your flight from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beirut:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. National Museum of Beirut, Pigeon Rocks and Beirut Souks are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beirut itinerary.
Complete your Beirut trip with a car rental
Shut down all those tabs and let us do the hard work for you. We can also help you find deals on car rentals in Beirut once you've booked your cheap flight from Bucharest to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Instantly compare prices in one place and drive off with a bargain that's hard to match.