Cairo to Beirut (CAI–BEY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAI–BEY is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Middle East Airlines and Egyptair lead the route. The flight covers 351 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ME Middle East Airlines | 18 | 320, 32Q | 1h20-1h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MS Egyptair Also: AC | 14 | 738 | 1h20-1h25 | – | Star Alliance | AC |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · BEY: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 6:00 PM in Beirut.
Egyptian passport holders enter Lebanon visa-free for up to 30 days. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Travelers must carry at least USD 2,000 in cash, hold a non-refundable return ticket, and show proof of hotel accommodation. Any evidence of travel to Israel in the passport will result in denial of entry.
Cairo has no direct rail link to the airport yet. Metro Line 3 terminates at Adly Mansour station, still several kilometers short of CAI. From Adly Mansour, taxis or ride-hails cover the remaining distance in 15-20 minutes. Uber and Careem from downtown Cairo to the airport cost EGP 100-200 and take 45-60 minutes outside rush hour. Rush hour (7:00-10:00, 16:00-20:00) on the Ring Road can double that.
Yellow metered taxis charge EGP 150-300 depending on your starting point. Old black-and-white taxis lack meters, so agree on a price before getting in. CTA public buses 356, 400, and 1138 run from central Cairo to the airport (EGP 5-25) but are slow and crowded. Airport shuttle buses from major hotels cost EGP 25-50. For reliability, Uber or Careem with a pre-set fare is the path of least friction.
CAI–BEY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to BEY
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) are connected by nonstop service from Middle East Airlines and Egyptair. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAI to BEY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to BEY ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 351 miles (565 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 46 return, totaling 99 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via EBL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.