Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport airport (BEY)

Lebanon · Beirut

Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) Online Check-in

Lebanon's only commercial airport, hub of Middle East Airlines. Single terminal. Subject to operational disruptions during regional tensions.

Now at Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport

  • Security wait (today, avg) 18 min n=9 reports · last 30 min
  • Disruption No reported disruption
  • Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
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Quick information

Recommended arrival (Schengen)
150 min before departure
Recommended arrival (international)
180 min before departure
Terminals
1
Airlines
25
Time zone
Asia/Beirut
ICAO
OLBA

Airlines we cover at Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport

Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport hosts about 25 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 0 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.

No terminal-specific check-in pages for this airport yet. Browse the full airline directory for general check-in info.

How to check in for a flight from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport

  1. Check in online before you leave home

    Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.

  2. Arrive at the right terminal

    BEY has 1 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.

  3. Drop off checked baggage

    Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.

  4. Pass security

    Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.

  5. Reach your gate on time

    Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.

Tips for Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport

  • Verify operations before flight

    Beirut airport sometimes affected by regional conflicts. Check operations 1-3 days before flight. Travel insurance recommended.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beirut airport safe?

Generally yes for civilian operations. Verify status before flight. Most international airlines maintain reduced schedules during regional tensions.

Official sources

The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport official site below.

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