Travelling from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Nicosia and Beirut follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Your ECN to BEY flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ercan Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between ECN and BEY:
Antalya Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
£60 is the lowest price for a one-way Ercan Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Return flights start at £167. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ECN to BEY, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ercan Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ECN to BEY.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ercan Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ercan Airport (ECN)
Of all flights leaving Ercan Airport, 75.35% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Ercan Airport from central Nicosia, it'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 30 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Ercan Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, take a look at Immaculate 2-bed Penthouse in Kyrenia. It's a short drive from ECN.
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ercan Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
Pick up a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car and explore Beirut and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, city car and Advance Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
From Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, Beirut is approximately 5 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
August is the busiest month for flights from Ercan Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Beirut in April.
Book your flight from Ercan Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport for August if you want to go to Beirut during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ECN to BEY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
Tripoli is just one of the many places in Lebanon waiting to be explored after you've experienced Beirut. Around 45 miles away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Lebanon, head for Sidon, about 25 miles south of Beirut. Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle are among the biggest draws.