Riyadh to Beirut (RUH–BEY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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RUH–BEY is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Middle East Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 910 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ME Middle East Airlines Also: SV | 14 | 32Q | 2h25-2h45 | – | SkyTeam | SV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
RUH: +03 · BEY: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh, it's 6:00 PM in Beirut.
Saudi passport holders enter Lebanon visa-free for up to 90 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) in Beirut, Saudi nationals receive a stamp at immigration. The process is fast, typically under 10 minutes. Lebanon does not stamp passports if requested, which can be useful for travelers with multi-country itineraries.
The 90-day visa-free stay can be extended at the General Security office in Beirut. Arabic is the official language, and Lebanese Arabic is widely understood by Saudi visitors, with dialect differences adding character to conversations. Lebanon has a strong tradition of hospitality, and Beirut's restaurant and nightlife scene is one of the liveliest in the Middle East.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Beirut run about 3 hours on Saudia and Middle East Airlines. Jeddah to Beirut runs about 3 hours 15 minutes. Lebanon uses the Lebanese pound (LBP), but the USD is the de facto currency for most transactions. Prices are quoted in USD at restaurants, hotels, and shops. ATMs dispense USD and LBP. Card payments work at hotels and restaurants but carry USD cash as the primary spending currency. No mandatory vaccinations. Beirut's taxi from the airport to central Hamra or Downtown costs $20 to $30. Uber works in Beirut and surrounding areas. Byblos, Baalbek, and the Kadisha Valley are UNESCO World Heritage Sites within 1 to 2 hours of Beirut. The Jeita Grotto is 20 km north of the city.
RUH–BEY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RUH to BEY
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) are connected by nonstop service from Middle East Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RUH to BEY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RUH to BEY ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 910 miles (1,465 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via ALG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.