Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is five hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Your GRU to BEY flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between GRU and BEY:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Right now, R 11,048 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 18,190. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GRU to BEY if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from GRU to BEY.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
75.54% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near GRU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
If you have a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BEY:
Travel at your own pace with a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Hire and discover more of Beirut and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
From Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, Beirut is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Beirut in April.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GRU to BEY in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Lebanon
Beirut is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Lebanon just waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres north-east of Beirut, a visit to Tripoli will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Lebanon, consider Sidon, about 40 kilometres south of Beirut. Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle are key reasons to visit.