Travelling from Algiers Airport (ALG) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Beirut is one hour ahead of Algiers and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your ALG to BEY flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Beirut (and then discovering more of Lebanon!) is a cinch with Air Algerie. This popular carrier has direct flights from Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Algerie.
With 70.0% of its services arriving as scheduled, Air Algerie is the most punctual carrier operating ALG to BEY flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between ALG and BEY:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Algiers Airport (ALG) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
Currently, $277 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $676. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ALG to BEY if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Algiers Airport (ALG)
Central Algiers to Algiers Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to ALG:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
Book a hotel near BEY if you're on a late Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Beirut Airport rental car and discover Beirut and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, city car and Advance Car Rental are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Beirut Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Beirut Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut Airport to the centre of Beirut has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Beirut based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Algiers Airport to Beirut Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALG to BEY in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Lebanon
Beirut is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Lebanon just waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres north-east of Beirut, a visit to Tripoli will keep you busy. Start with attractions like The Great Mosque, Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai.
Sidon is another well-known destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometres south of Beirut. No journey is complete without experiencing Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle.