Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport takes on average 3 hours 57 minutes. The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, so it's 2 hours behind Sharjah.
Each week, there are 16 flights from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, go for the 01:05 Air Arabia flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure from SHJ to BEY is 22:35 with Air Arabia.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air Arabia is your ticket to exploring Beirut (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Lebanon!). Check out the direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
To break up your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the SHJ - BEY route are:
King Fahd International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Baghdad International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Lebanon, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SHJ to BEY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is R 2,927. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,582. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 2 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SHJ to BEY.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 11 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near SHJ. Whether you're on an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Consider staying in a hotel near BEY if you have a late flight from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Beirut. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 11 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Beirut in April.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport for August if you want to explore Beirut during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHJ to BEY in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 18ºC then.
More about Beirut
Start your Beirut trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. After booking your flight from SHJ to BEY, check out our hotel options including:
National Museum of Beirut and Pigeon Rocks are just two of the big attractions to add to your Beirut must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Beirut Souks.
Complete your Beirut trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Beirut.