Flying from Beirut Airport (BEY) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Beirut Airport to Zayed International Airport.
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, making Abu Dhabi two hours ahead of Beirut.
Flights from BEY to AUH start from 11:15 — the earliest with Hi Fly Malta. The latest departure is at 21:50 with Hi Fly Malta. In total, you can choose from 18 weekly Beirut Airport to Zayed International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BEY to AUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
You can fly nonstop to Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Prepare for takeoff with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Beirut Airport to Zayed International Airport:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with MEA on this route.
MEA is the most punctual carrier offering BEY to AUH flights. An exceptional 83.33% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Beirut Airport to Zayed International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between BEY and AUH include:
Hamad International Airport
Dammam Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Handy information about Beirut Airport (BEY)
Beirut Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BEY make it to their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Beirut Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Beirut Airport to Zayed International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BEY:
Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to AUH if you're catching a late Beirut Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Zayed International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserve your vehicle from Zayed International Airport a few weeks before your departure date to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Zayed International Airport to the centre of Abu Dhabi has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Beirut Airport to Zayed International Airport is May, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Beirut Airport to Zayed International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BEY to AUH sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a trip to Dubai will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United Arab Emirates, consider Sharjah, about 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are highlights.
