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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beirut to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 1,226 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Beirut on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,226, select.
Istanbul.R 1,284 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Beirut on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,284, select.
Istanbul.R 1,319 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Beirut on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,319, select.
Istanbul.R 1,359 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Beirut on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,359, select.
Istanbul.R 1,421 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Beirut on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,421, select.
Istanbul.R 1,472 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Beirut on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,472, select.
Istanbul.R 1,486 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Beirut on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,486, select.
Istanbul.R 1,544 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Beirut on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,544, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beirut to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beirut to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in December.
Jun
from R 1,359
Jul
from R 1,615
Aug
from R 1,996
Sep
from R 1,486
Oct
from R 1,421
Nov
from R 1,319
Dec
from R 1,226
Jan
from R 1,284
Feb
from R 1,547
Mar
from R 1,472
Apr
from R 3,338
May
from R 9,375

Direct flights from Beirut to Istanbul

Alternative Beirut to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Beirut to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Beirut to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,226
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 59 mins
Most popular airlineMEA
Average flights per week98

Finding cheap flights from Beirut to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Beirut to Istanbul is R 2,587. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Beirut to Istanbul.
MEA, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly direct from Beirut to Istanbul.
As of June 2025, there are 98 flights per week flying from Beirut to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Beirut to Istanbul is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Beirut Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,587.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Beirut Airport to Istanbul on Saturday, 8 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul.

  • Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is one hour ahead of Beirut.

  • With 45 weekly flights between the two airports, Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 03:05. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from BEY to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 22:25.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your BEY to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Direct Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll be landing.

  • You'll find a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul, including:

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from BEY to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)

    • Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)

  • BEY is about 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 arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near BEY. Whether you're catching an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, data shows 76.7% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Istanbul

  • R 1,226 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 2,587. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book seven months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BEY to Istanbul.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Finding a cheap flight from BEY to Istanbul is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're 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 Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from BEY to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Central Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your BEY to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW will help you stay within budget.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Before you book your flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BEY to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Istanbul:

  • The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Beirut to Istanbul

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