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Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Beirut — Transport Guide 2026

Beirut (BEY) is 9 km south of central Beirut — one of the closest capital airports in the world. No metro. Taxi + Bolt around USD 15-30. Cash economy — bring USD.

BEY9 km to cityUSDMiddle East

Last updated: 2026-07

Last verified: September 2026·By AirConnect Editorial·Fact-checked against Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport authority + local transit operators + on-the-ground reports
Cheapest
LCC bus ($1)
Fastest
Bolt — 20-30 min

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Airport taxi (agreed rate)

taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
USD 20-35
Time
20-40 min traffic
Frequency
On-demand
Fix rate BEFORE departure — no meters. Common target price USD 25.

Bolt

ride share · Best for: App-based + fixed price
Cost
USD 15-25
Time
20-40 min
Frequency
On-demand
Uber not operational in Lebanon.

Lebanese Commuting Company bus to Cola Roundabout

bus · Best for: Cheapest
Cost
USD 1
Time
30-45 min
Frequency
Every 30 min

Scam warning

Beirut airport taxi drivers often quote USD 40-60 initially — negotiate to USD 20-25.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Beirut (BEY)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver 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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Frequently asked

How far is Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport from Beirut?
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) is 9 km from Beirut city centre.
What is the cheapest way from BEY to Beirut?
LCC bus ($1)
What is the fastest way from BEY to Beirut?
Bolt — 20-30 min