Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to Beirut (BEY)

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Beirut?

There's no nonstop service between Sydney and Beirut. Middle East Airlines, Lebanon's national carrier, previously flew this route direct but has since ended that nonstop service, so every itinerary now runs through a Gulf hub.

• Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi) – connects onward to Beirut, in some cases on a codeshare with Middle East Airlines for the final sector.
• Qatar Airways (via Doha) – an alternative Gulf routing with a similarly straightforward transfer.
• Emirates (via Dubai) – a third Gulf option.

Flight time from Sydney to Beirut?

The fastest available connection currently takes about 18 hours 40 minutes gate to gate, via one of the Gulf hubs above.

Average price of flights between Sydney and Beirut

One-way tickets on Traveloka start from around outside peak periods, priced the same way as any other Gulf-connected route.

Where is the airport in Beirut?

Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) sits about 9 kilometres south of central Beirut. In ordinary circumstances, taxis and pre-arranged transfers cover the trip in around 20 to 30 minutes.

Visa and passport requirements for Australians flying to Beirut

Lebanon has historically issued a free visa on arrival to Australian passport holders for short tourist stays, with a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival.

Time difference between Sydney and Beirut

Beirut runs on Eastern European Time (UTC+2) in winter and Eastern European Summer Time (UTC+3) from late March to late October. Because Sydney and Lebanon shift their clocks at different points in the year, Sydney sits roughly 7 to 9 hours ahead of Beirut depending on the time of year.

Our tips for getting the best price on flights

• Compare Etihad, Qatar Airways and Emirates routing options to find the best connection.
• Keep your booking flexible where possible.

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