Travelling from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 25 minutes.
Beirut is two hours ahead of Abidjan and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ABJ to BEY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Air Côte dIvoire is your ticket to exploring Beirut (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Lebanon!). Browse the direct flights from Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Air Côte dIvoire is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ABJ and BEY:
Istanbul Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Accra Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport flight is 429 €. A return fare right now is 741 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ABJ to BEY if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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 let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ABJ to BEY.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
When it comes to Abidjan Airport's on-time performance, 60% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Abidjan Airport from central Abidjan, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to ABJ? If you're catching an early flight from Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
If you have a late Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BEY:
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 discover more of Beirut and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Beirut Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Beirut Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut Airport to the centre of Beirut has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
July is the busiest month for flights from Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Beirut in March.
When reserving your flight from Abidjan Airport to Beirut Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABJ to BEY sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Lebanon
Tripoli is just one of the many places in Lebanon waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beirut. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include The Great Mosque, Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai.
Sidon is another sought-after destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometres south of Beirut. No journey is complete without dropping by Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle.