Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney nine hours ahead of Beirut.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BEY to SYD flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the top stopovers between BEY and SYD:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is $551. A round-trip fare is currently $1,138. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from BEY to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
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Handy information about Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
76.7% of flights that take off from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Beirut to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BEY:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're getting in on a late Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near SYD:
Travel at your own pace with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and discover more of Sydney and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BEY to SYD in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without experiencing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.