How to get from BEY to Beirut
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi (negotiate fixed fare) | USD 15–25 | 15–25 min |
| Service taxi (shared) | USD 3–5 | 25–35 min |
| Hotel airport shuttle (free if booked) | Included | 15–25 min |
BEY is 9km from downtown — taxis are easy but ALWAYS negotiate the fare BEFORE getting in (target USD 15-20 to Downtown). Beirut is one of the few Middle East cities where 3-hour layovers reach the Corniche easily. Avoid evenings near border zones; daytime city centre is fine.
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into BEY.
Getting out of Beirut (BEY)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beirut cost?
USD 15–25 — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from BEY to Beirut?
Taxi (negotiate fixed fare) at USD 15–25 — 15–25 min to central Beirut.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Lebanon?
Visa-on-arrival USD 17 for US, UK, EU, Canada, AU, NZ, Japan + 60 nationalities (30 days). Passport must have 6+ months validity. NO entry if Israeli stamp.