Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
A direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport takes 1 hour 18 minutes, on average. Beirut's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Cairo.
Take your pick of 102 weekly flights from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. The 00:20 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight you can take from CAI to BEY. EgyptAir operates the latest service of the day at 23:25.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Flying into Beirut (and then seeing more of Lebanon!) is simple with EgyptAir. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CAI and BEY include:
Queen Alia International Airport
Antalya Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Lebanon, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CAI to BEY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
C$211 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. A return flight starts from C$412. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from CAI to BEY by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organize your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Cairo International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Consider staying in a hotel near BEY if you're taking a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Check in to 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 the center of Beirut is about 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Beirut based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. 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 CAI to BEY sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beirut
After locking in your flights from CAI to BEY, you'll want to find a hotel in Beirut. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. National Museum of Beirut, Pigeon Rocks and Beirut Souks are must-have experiences during your Beirut visit.
Complete your Beirut trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Beirut.