Flight Lyon Beirut : Airline ticket

The average flight time between Lyon and Beirut is approximately 4 hours, covering an aerial distance of about 2900 kilometres. However, the actual duration of your journey can be influenced by various factors such as weather conditions, the date and time of your flight, the airline operating the flight, and whether you are flying from Lyon to Beirut or vice versa.

Transavia offers two direct flights between Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY). Transavia is a low-cost Dutch airline owned by the Air France-KLM Group, known for the quality of its fleet and the professionalism of its crews.

The largest city in Lebanon is a popular tourist destination throughout the year. The museums, landmarks, vibrant quarters, shops, and restaurants of Beirut can be enjoyed all year round, making it an unforgettable destination in the Lebanese capital.

If you want to take advantage of Beirut's beaches, you can visit during the summer or choose the spring and early autumn, which offer milder and less hot temperatures compared to July and August. In winter, you can also go skiing around Beirut.

The prices of airline tickets generally depend on the occupancy rate of the aircraft. By booking your flight as early as possible, you often benefit from more advantageous prices and a wider selection. Conversely, the last available seats on a flight can be sold at high prices, especially during peak travel dates.

Planning your trip in advance can also make you more flexible with your departure and return dates. Prices can vary significantly from one day or week to the next, offering potential savings!

Waiting times at airport security checks can sometimes be quite lengthy. Lyon Airport offers an exclusive fast-track ticket service : you receive priority access to security checks, simply by presenting a QR code, saving you valuable time.

Many passengers choose to travel to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) with their personal vehicle. Reserve your parking space online on lyonaeroports.com and benefit from numerous advantages, such as guaranteed parking upon your arrival near the terminals, preferential rates, and the ability to easily modify or cancel your reservation.

If you prefer to reach the airport by public transportation, the Rhônexpress shuttle provides direct service between Lyon Part-Dieu railway station and Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS) airport, with a travel time of less than 30 minutes. You can reserve your Rhônexpress ticket online to reach the airport from the city centre.

French nationals can obtain a short-stay visa for one month with a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry into Lebanon. Note that passengers with entry or exit stamps from Israel in their passport or those holding an airline ticket mentioning travel to Israel will not be allowed to enter Lebanon.

You can contact the Consulate or Embassy of Lebanon or seek advice from your travel agency for further information.