Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, making Beirut two hours ahead of Southampton.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SOU to BEY flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Southampton Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Many passengers pass through Geneve Airport when flying between SOU and BEY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
240 € is the lowest price for a one-way Southampton Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Return flights start from 794 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SOU to BEY. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Southampton Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SOU to BEY by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Southampton Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
Of all flights departing from Southampton Airport, 55.7% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Southampton to Southampton Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SOU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Southampton Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Southampton Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
Grab a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car and explore Beirut and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, city car and Advance Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Beirut. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
August is the busiest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Beirut in April.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Southampton Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOU to BEY sometime 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 after you've experienced Beirut. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
Around 40 kilometres south of Beirut, Sidon is another favourite stop in Lebanon. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.
