On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Istanbul to Beirut. The distance between the cities is 977 km, and the high frequency of flights — about 75 per week — makes it easy to find a convenient departure time.
Flights on this route are operated by Turkish Airlines, Middle East Airlines, and Pegasus. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deals, use the low-price calendar and explore options for how to get from the airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Istanbul → Beirut on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 45 min. Regular flights are operated by Middle East Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and AJet. Departures from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport airports, arrivals at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Beirut by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 243 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 899 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Istanbul → Beirut, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 476 | low | May | AED 652 | high | Sep | AED 677 | high |
| Feb | AED 466 | low | Jun | AED 602 | medium | Oct | AED 627 | high |
| Mar | AED 526 | medium | Jul | AED 677 | high | Nov | AED 551 | medium |
| Apr | AED 627 | high | Aug | AED 702 | high | Dec | AED 576 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Beirut is hottest in August, when temperatures reach 29.8°C. The coldest and rainiest month is January, with heavy precipitation up to 166 mm and an average high of around 13.8°C.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in October — AED 243. Prices peak in May, when tickets start AED 899, which is significantly higher than the annual average.
September is considered the optimal month for a trip: there is almost no rain, and ticket prices AED 374 look balanced compared to the summer period.
There are 5 airlines operating on this route, the main ones being Turkish Airlines, Middle East Airlines, and the low-cost carrier Pegasus. Most flights are direct, making this journey as fast as possible. In the interactive list below, you will find a detailed schedule and can choose a suitable flight by the day of the week.
Flights Istanbul — Beirut depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time on a direct flight is about 1 hour 30 minutes, as the distance between the cities is 977 km.
Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Middle East Airlines (MEA), Pegasus, LOT, and AJet (VF).
All flights arrive at Lebanon's only international airport — Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY).
Prices are constantly changing depending on demand. The current minimums and available offers for your dates can always be checked in the low-price calendar on this page.
The most favorable fares are usually available when booking 1.5–2 months before departure, especially for flights during the autumn period.
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