Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, making Beirut two hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Every week, there are 18 Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 08:00 Hi Fly Malta flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 21:30 with Middle East Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AUH to BEY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport, so jetting off to Beirut (and then seeing more of Lebanon!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
MEA is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier operating AUH to BEY flights is Etihad Airways. Its services arrive as scheduled 73.68% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport. These are the top stopovers between AUH and BEY:
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
Right now, $152 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $267. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AUH to BEY.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zayed International Airport, 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Zayed International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to AUH:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BEY if you're taking a late Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Beirut Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Rental and venture far and wide through Beirut and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Beirut Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Beirut based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Zayed International Airport to Beirut Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to BEY in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Lebanon
Beirut has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Lebanon you'll want to see. About 72 kilometres north-east of Beirut, a visit to Tripoli will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like The Great Mosque, Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Lebanon, head for Sidon, about 40 kilometres south of Beirut. Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle are among the biggest draws.
