Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): what you need to know
The timezone in Beirut is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of Ottawa.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your YOW to BEY flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Right now, £409 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £726. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from YOW to BEY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
Arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Reserve a hotel close to BEY if you're on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Hire and discover more of Beirut and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to the centre of Beirut has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When to fly to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Beirut based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport for August if you want to explore Beirut during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YOW to BEY in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lebanon
Beirut is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Lebanon just waiting to be discovered. Around 45 miles north-east of Beirut, a visit to Tripoli will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like AlSaboun Caravanserai, Amira Minkara - Mosque and محترف جميل جمال Atelier Jamil Jamal.
Around 25 miles south of Beirut, Sidon is another essential stop in Lebanon. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Masjid Al Omary Al Kabir, Hammam Al Jadeed حمام الجديد and Saint Louis Castle.
