Beirut airport (BEY)
Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, opened on 23 April 1954, is the only operational commercial airport in Lebanon. It is the main entry point to the country, along with the Port of Beirut. It operates flights to destinations in the Middle East, Europe, and the Arab countries of Africa.
Official Website: beirutairport.gov.lb - FACEBOOK - INSTAGRAM - X
Number of Terminals – 1 – Open 24 hours a day. The terminal is U-shaped and consists of two wings, East and West, parallel to each other.
Annual passenger traffic: 5.6 million passengers passed through it in 2024.
Tel: +961 1 628 000
There is a tourist information centre in the Arrivals Hall.
Location
The airport is located in the southern suburbs of Beirut, 9 km (5.6 miles) south of the city centre.
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Taxi
Vehicles available next to the Arrivals area, distinguishable by the airport logo on the side. These offer standard official fares. There are also regular taxis, mainly from Chouf Taxi (Tel +961 7087 2480), but a fare must be agreed upon in advance. The journey to the city takes around 15–20 minutes.Car rental agencies
Offices in the Arrivals Hall, open 24 hours a day.
- Avis (Tel +961 176 2624)
- Budget (Tel +961 176 2660)
- City Car (Tel +961 162 9900 / 362 9900)
- Europcar (Tel +961 7607 2948)
- Hertz (Tel +961 162 8999)
Parking services at Beirut airport (BEY)
There is a parking area for both short and long stays, with 24-hour security staff, valet parking, and car wash services. The facility is connected to the terminal via a pedestrian tunnel. Rates
Facilities for passengers with special needs
Most areas of the airport are equipped with ramps and lifts, adapted toilets, and accessible telephones. If you require special assistance, you must inform your airline about your specific needs in advance.
Latest updates: April 05, 2025
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