Travelling from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rome.
Take your pick of four weekly Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport flights. The 10:55 departure with Middle East Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Middle East Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:55.
Your FCO to BEY flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
MEA has direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Beirut — and maybe even more of Lebanon if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with MEA on this route.
With an impressive 89.29% of services arriving as scheduled, MEA is the most punctual carrier for FCO to BEY flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between FCO and BEY:
Istanbul Airport
Athens International Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport flight is R 1,780. A return ticket is currently R 4,136. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book ten months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FCO to BEY.
The cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the departures from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Rome Fiumicino Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FCO:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
If you're coming in on a late Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near BEY:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Beirut Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Rental and explore beyond Beirut's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Beirut Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Beirut Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut Airport to the centre of Beirut has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Beirut in March.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Beirut Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FCO to BEY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
Tripoli is just one of the many places in Lebanon waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Beirut. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include The Great Mosque, Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai.
Around 40 kilometres south of Beirut, Sidon is another favourite stop in Lebanon. No visit is complete without checking out Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle.