Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport – BEY Rafic Hariri
Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport, formerly known as Beirut International Airport is an international airport and the only commercial one operating in the country. It is situated in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, nine kilometers from the city centre. Together with the Port of Beirut, BEY is the main port of entry to the country, and in 2018, more than 8.8 million passengers came through it. As hub for Lebanon’s national carrier, Middle East Airlines, the airport hosts flights to the Gulf countries, North Africa, Russia, and Western Europe.
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BEY-Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport has three runways. The 16/34 is concrete, measures 11,138 feet(3,395 meters), and built with an angled seaward protrusion in order to move landing traffic away from the city to improve safety and reduce aircraft noise. The new takeoff runway,designated 03/21, is the longest of the three with a length of 12,467 feet (3,800 meters). The third and oldest runway, the 17/35, is rarely used but kept open. The BEY terminal is divided into a West and an East Wing connected by the main terminal in a U-shaped layout. The main terminal has four levels. The ground level houses the arrival area together with a duty-free section. The second level is dedicated to departures, security checkpoint, ticketing, customs, immigration, and the primary duty-free section accessible only to ticketed passengers that have cleared immigration. The third level has all of the private airline lounges as well as prayer rooms. The fourth level is reserved for airport administration offices and closed to the public and passengers. The East and West wings each have their own departure gates. Beirut, Baabda, Chyah, and Kfar Yassine are easily accessible from the airport.
On this page it is easy to search for Beirut, Lebanon airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Beirut, Lebanon (BEY-Rafic Hariri Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the BEY airport.
Most of these BEY
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Beirut, Lebanon
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the BEY airport are Horsh Beirut, Al Omari Mosque, and Holy Spirit University of Kaslik.
Map of Beirut, Lebanon Hotels
View all Beirut, Lebanon (BEY-Rafic Hariri Intl.) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Beirut, Lebanon (BEY-Rafic Hariri Intl.) location map.
Weather Forecast for Beirut, Lebanon (BEY-Rafic Hariri Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Beirut, Lebanon (BEY-Rafic Hariri Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 2:39 AM.
The temperature feels like 92 with a humidity level of 67 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 8 percent with visibility at 14.9 percent.
Today’s UV index is 8, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling south-southwest at a speed of 10 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 4:51 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
7/15
Few clouds
86°F
High: 89°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday
7/16
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85°F
High: 88°F
Low: 80°F
Precipitation: 0%
Wednesday
7/17
Few clouds
84°F
High: 88°F
Low: 80°F
Precipitation: 0%
Thursday
7/18
Few clouds
85°F
High: 89°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 0%
Friday
7/19
Few clouds
86°F
High: 89°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 0%
Saturday
7/20
Few clouds
86°F
High: 89°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 0%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Beirut, Lebanon BEY airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free BEY airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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