Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport.
The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Barcelona.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your BCN to BEY flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Flying into Beirut (and then exploring more of Lebanon!) is easy with MEA. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport.
MEA is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between BCN and BEY include:
Istanbul Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport flight is $153. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $365. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BCN to BEY if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BCN to BEY is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BCN touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
To reach Barcelona Airport from central Barcelona, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
Consider booking a hotel close to BEY if you're catching a late Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Beirut Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Rental and chase adventure across Beirut and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Beirut Airport around two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Beirut. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Barcelona Airport to Beirut Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BCN to BEY around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've done Beirut, now it's time to explore other corners of Lebanon. Travel around 72 kilometres north-east to Tripoli to tick off its top sights. From The Great Mosque to Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 40 kilometres south of Beirut, Sidon is another essential stop in Lebanon. Start your sightseeing at Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle.