Flying from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): What you need to know
Beirut is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up 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 Chicago to BEY.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to BEY leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
70% of flights that depart Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Chicago to BEY flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kms (90 miles) or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport flight.
Getting from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
The centre of Beirut is roughly 8 kms (5 miles) from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Right now, £334 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £644. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to BEY, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY). July is the busiest month to travel to Beirut. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in November.
Lock in a Chicago to BEY plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beirut to range from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 18ºC.
More about Beirut
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Beirut right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Rocks, Pigeon Rocks and Mohammad Al Amin Mosque are leading attractions which should be on any good Beirut itinerary.
