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You need a visa to enter Beirut, Lebanon, from San Francisco, United States. Once you land at Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY), an immigration officer will issue you a visa on arrival (VoA). It has a validity of one month, but you can extend it to 90 days if you wish.

Some carriers, like Turkish Airlines, do not have first-class seats, but their business-class fares guarantee a similar experience on this long flight. You will enjoy a seat that reclines completely flat and has a massage feature. Moreover, these business-class cabins are equipped with large entertainment screens, privacy screens, and storage lockers.

When you book an economy flight through KAYAK with Qatar Airways, you may choose a specific seat (except those in the exit row) without incurring an extra cost. Unlike many North American airlines, you won't need to wait 24 hours before your flight to pre-select a seat.

If you want to travel with a Polish airline without baggage restrictions, no matter your ticket class, choose LOT Airlines when booking your flight from SFO to BEY. You can bring carry-on luggage with a maximum weight of 17 lbs and size 21 x 15 x 9 inches. Carry up to three checked baggage (max 70 lbs).

Flights from San Francisco to Beirut usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Beirut (BEY).

Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Beirut:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

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

• Istanbul (IST) - 64% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 3% 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 18% on the San Francisco to Beirut route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,261 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,523, a difference of $262. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 0% above the route average of $1,371. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Beirut takes 0h 00m, covering 7,295 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 San Francisco to Beirut are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $611.

Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 35m, compared with 18h 33m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 19h 06m via Istanbul (IST).

Beirut is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern European Time vs Pacific 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 San Francisco to Beirut range from $1,085 to $1,622, with an average of $1,371 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,085 counts as a good deal.