Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Beirut is one hour behind Kuwait and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 21 Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, pick the 00:30 Middle East Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:55 with Middle East Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your KWI to BEY flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
With direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Beirut (and then other corners of Lebanon) is a cinch. You can fly nonstop with:
Jazeera Airways is the top choice for travelers on this route.
With 72.37% of its services arriving as planned, Middle East Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering KWI to BEY flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between KWI and BEY:
Queen Alia International Airport
Al-Ashraf International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
$119 is the lowest price for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Return flights start from $154. These fares can change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from KWI to BEY by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
81.62% of flights departing from Kuwait International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of KWI.
Kuwait International Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Kuwait. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near KWI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BEY instead:
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 popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
From Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, Beirut is approximately 8 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Beirut based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KWI to BEY in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Lebanon
Tripoli is just one of the many cities in Lebanon waiting to be discovered once you've seen Beirut. Around 72 kilometers away to the north-east, top sights here include AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
If you want to check out another major stop in Lebanon, consider Sidon, about 40 kilometers south of Beirut. Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle are among its highlights.