Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is six hours behind Beirut, where Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BEY to Ottawa flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Whether you're eager to explore a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find plane tickets from BEY to Ottawa with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a popular connection hub.
BEY is about 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near BEY? If you're catching an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, 76.7% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Ottawa
R 11,761 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 16,356. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BEY to Ottawa if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BEY to Ottawa by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just jumped off a late flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover corners of Ottawa that aren't on a typical itinerary. Browse the options available from Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from BEY to Ottawa. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YOW. Kick back and get cosy after your BEY to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BEY to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Ottawa, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Ottawa to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, head for Montreal, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are among the biggest draws.
