Travelling from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg is 4 hours.
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1. The city is one hour behind Beirut, where Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your BEY to Hamburg flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg ticket. Begin your trip at BEY and land at Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Eurowings is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from BEY to Hamburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
BEY is around 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to BEY? If you've booked an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
76.7% of flights that depart Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Hamburg
93 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg flight. A return plane ticket right now is 191 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from BEY to Hamburg by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from BEY to Hamburg.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hamburg and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week before your flight from BEY to Hamburg can help you get the lowest rate.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Central Hamburg is located around 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). After your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LBC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BEY to Hamburg flight:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and set your own course. Book your wheels here with Enterprise.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from LBC in advance. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Travel to Hamburg in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BEY to Hamburg in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Hamburg, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are top sights which should be on any good Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.