Traveling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Riyadh.
Every week, there are 24 King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 02:20 Middle East Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:45 with Middle East Airlines.
Your RUH to BEY flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Traveling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Traveling to Beirut (and then discovering more of Lebanon!) is easy with Middle East Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Middle East Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering RUH to BEY flights is Middle East Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 67.52% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RUH and BEY include:
Kuwait International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight is $107. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $200. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RUH to BEY.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from RUH to BEY.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RUH arrive on schedule 86.76% of the time.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you're boarding an early flight from King Khaled 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 close to BEY if you're taking a late King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car and discover Beirut and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, city car and Advance Car Rental are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is roughly 5 miles from central Beirut. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Beirut. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with the temperature ranging from 73ºF to 88ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 46ºF and 64ºF. Search for cheap tickets from RUH to BEY around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've seen Beirut, now it's time to explore other parts of Lebanon. Travel about 45 miles north-east to Tripoli to check off its must-visit sights. From AlSaboun Caravanserai to Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 25 miles south of Beirut, Sidon is another favorite stop in Lebanon. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.