Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, making Beirut six hours ahead of Durham.
Your RDU to BEY flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. These are the top stopovers between RDU and BEY:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Right now, R 13,382 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 21,491. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RDU to BEY, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RDU to BEY.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RDU land on schedule 80.09% of the time.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Consider booking a hotel near BEY if you're taking a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Beirut and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to central Beirut has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Beirut. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to BEY sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Lebanon
You've done Beirut, now it's time to explore more of Lebanon. Travel around 72 kilometres north-east to Tripoli to tick off its popular sights. From AlSaboun Caravanserai to Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 40 kilometres south of Beirut, Sidon is another favourite stop in Lebanon. No visit is complete without checking out Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.
