Travelling from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is nine hours behind Beirut and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BEY to YVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BEY and YVR:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Right now, £360 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £749. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BEY to YVR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Vancouver International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BEY to YVR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
When it comes to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.7% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport from central Beirut, it takes about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to BEY:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Vancouver and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Vancouver in May.
Before locking in your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BEY to YVR in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey about 20 miles south-east to Surrey to check off its top attractions. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Victoria is another essential stop in Canada and is around 60 miles south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.