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Flight deals from Istanbul to Beirut Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Beirut Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,134. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Beirut

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Beirut flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Beirut

Istanbul to Beirut: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Beirut below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Beirut.

Istanbul to Beirut: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,517
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 54 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week264

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Beirut: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Beirut is R 3,134. 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 54 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Beirut.
Turkish Airlines, MEA and Pegasus Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Beirut.
As of March 2026, there are 132 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Beirut.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Beirut is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Beirut Airport on Friday, 24 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 54 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 Beirut 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 Beirut is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beirut is Pegasus Airlines .

Flying from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): What you need to know

  • Start your travel planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY). Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.

  • Around 1 hour 55 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul. Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut.

  • With 44 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:15am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from IST to BEY is with Middle East Airlines at 10pm.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to BEY.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) depart from this terminal.

  • You can lock in a direct flight from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from IST.

  • Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from IST to BEY.

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Planning to leave from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) plane tickets are available from here.

  • Pegasus has direct flights from Istanbul to BEY departing from SAW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in one go.

  • Pegasus Airlines is the most frequently booked airline flying from SAW to BEY.

  • The top carrier for punctuality is Pegasus Airlines. Its Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport flights arrive without delay 66.39% of the time.

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to BEY flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.

About Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)

Getting from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut

  • The centre of Beirut is roughly 8 kilometres from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is R 1,517. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,134. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to BEY.

  • The best month for finding cheap Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Istanbul to BEY.

  • Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY). July is when most people travel to Beirut. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in November.

  • Book a Istanbul to BEY plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beirut to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

More about Beirut

  • Start your Beirut trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Beirut when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Rocks followed by Pigeon Rocks and Mohammad Al Amin Mosque.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.