$202 Find Cheap Flights from London to Beirut - Compare and Save

If you would like to relax somewhere before your flight from London to Beirut, you can find a number of different passenger lounges at Gatwick Airport in both the North and South Terminals. For example, the No1 Lounges are good for both families and solo travellers, with a range of complimentary drinks, runway views and access to a Premium Security pass. Tickets start at around £32 when you book online.

The most popular way to travel from the Beirut into the city centre is to take a taxi. You can find taxi ranks outside the airport terminal and fares should not cost more than ل.ل.‎30,000 (£15). It is recommended to agree a fare with the driver before you get into the cab. Alternatively, you can find a number of private transfer companies in the area, so you don’t have to worry about haggling.

If you’re looking for something to eat before your flight from London to Beirut, you can find a range of different dining options at Heathrow Airport (LHR) depending on which terminal you are flying from. For example, if you’re looking for classic pub fare, you can find London’s Pride by Fuller’s in Terminal 2, Pilots Bar & Kitchen with its all-day breakfast in Terminal 5 or the Darwin in Terminal 3.

You can find a range of different hotel options in Beirut that offer airport shuttle services to help you get to and from your flight. For example, the 5-star Assaha Hotel is within 5min of the airport. If you want to stay closer to the city centre, you can find the Grand Suites Hotel, the Riviera Hotel or the Warwick Palm Beach hotel near the sea, or the Embassy Hotel, the Plaza Hotel or the Al Jawhara Suites in the town centre.

Only MEA operates flights between London and Beirut.

Flights from London to Beirut may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Beirut (BEY).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• MEA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from London to Beirut:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $410 round-trip via Antalya (AYT), compared to $891 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $61–$79 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from London to Beirut most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) - 35% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) - 34% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) - 6% of one-stop connections

Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the London to Beirut route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $700 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $756, a difference of $56. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Beirut route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 39 minutes.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on London to Beirut flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Beirut are Hamra Street, Gemmayze and Martyrs' Square. These are among the most viewed places in Beirut on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Beirut:

• Earliest: departs at 12:10 pm and lands at 4:47 pm
• Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 2:37 am.

The flight takes about 4h 37m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% below the route average of $734. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

A nonstop flight from London to Beirut takes 4h 37m, covering 2,149 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from London to Beirut are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $376.

MEA is the only airline operating London to Beirut flights. 77% of its flights are on time.

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 54m, compared with 7h 55m via Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) and 8h 02m via Istanbul (IST).

Beirut is 2 hours ahead of London (Eastern European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Beirut Airport (BEY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Wheego
· Budget
· Advanced Car Rental
· City Car
· Avis

Round-trip flights from London to Beirut range from $538 to $953, with an average of $734 over the past 12 months. Anything below $538 counts as a good deal.