Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, making Beirut two hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to BEY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Beirut Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between EDI and BEY include:
Istanbul Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
188 € is the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Beirut Airport flight. A return flight starts from 312 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to BEY if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Beirut Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EDI to BEY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Beirut Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Beirut Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Beirut Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Beirut Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Rental and experience more of Beirut and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Beirut Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Beirut Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Beirut in March.
Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh 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).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to BEY in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Lebanon
Tripoli is just one of the many places in Lebanon waiting to be explored after you've experienced Beirut. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include The Great Mosque, Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai.
Sidon is another favourite destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometres south of Beirut. No journey is complete without visiting Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle.