Traveling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Heraklion and Beirut are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your HER to BEY flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between HER and BEY include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Currently, $212 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $712. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HER to BEY if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Heraklion Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HER to BEY by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Heraklion Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HER touch down on schedule 80.18% of the time.
Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 15 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near HER:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
If you have a late Heraklion Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BEY:
Pick up a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car and explore Beirut and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, city car and Advance Car Rental are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to central Beirut has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Beirut based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Heraklion Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Beirut, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HER to BEY around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Lebanon
Beirut has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Lebanon waiting to be explored. Around 72 kilometers north-east of Beirut, a trip to Tripoli will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
If you're looking to explore another side of Lebanon, consider Sidon, roughly 40 kilometers south of Beirut. Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle are key highlights.
