Flying from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Giza.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SPX to BEY flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sphinx International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SPX and BEY include:
Dubai Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Right now, £132 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £232. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SPX to BEY if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SPX to BEY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sphinx International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
69.92% of flights departing from Sphinx International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Giza to Sphinx International Airport is approximately 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, check out Prime Select West Sodic. It's a quick drive from SPX.
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Reserve a hotel close to BEY if you're on a late Sphinx International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Hire and discover more of Beirut and beyond.
Booking your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to the centre of Beirut has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Beirut. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Beirut during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SPX to BEY in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
Beirut has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Lebanon waiting to be discovered. Around 45 miles north-east of Beirut, a visit to Tripoli will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
If there's time to check out another side of Lebanon, head for Sidon, roughly 25 miles south of Beirut. Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle are among its highlights.