Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Beirut is two hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your LGW to BEY flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LGW and BEY include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Dalaman Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Currently, R 1,544 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,805. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW to BEY. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LGW to BEY is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BEY if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Hire to explore Beirut and beyond.
Booking your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Beirut. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Beirut. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Beirut during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to BEY in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've done Beirut, now it's time to discover other corners of Lebanon. Journey about 72 kilometres north-east to Tripoli to tick off its top sights. From AlSaboun Caravanserai to Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 40 kilometres south of Beirut, Sidon is another favourite stop in Lebanon. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.