Are there direct flights from Beirut to Istanbul?

Yes, direct flights from Beirut to Istanbul are available. Historically, direct flights accounted for 46.2% of all flights on this route across the trailing 90 days. For flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are common, connecting flights are also a significant part of the route's offerings.

How long does it take to fly from Beirut to Istanbul?

A direct flight from Beirut to Istanbul typically takes 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 1019 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 9 hours and 20 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences in flight time when planning their journey, especially if time is a significant factor.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Beirut to Istanbul?

Historically, flights from Beirut to Istanbul have frequently offered good prices. This route is classified as one with frequent deals, based on observations over the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find competitive fares, making it a route where good value is regularly available.

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August 1 - August 31

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$211

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December 1 - December 11

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$193

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$196

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$164

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Beirut to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Beirut to Istanbul

The journey from Beirut to Istanbul covers a distance of 1019 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Beirut to Istanbul, fares typically range from $198–$529, with a median of $389. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When considering when is the cheapest time to fly from Beirut to Istanbul, the data indicates that December is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $207. Following closely are July, with a median fare of $209, and November, where the median fare is $210.

Regarding direct flights from Beirut to Istanbul, 46.2% of recent itineraries are non-stop, indicating that a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Beirut to Istanbul takes 1h 55m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 1h 55m, while connecting flights have a significantly longer median duration of 10h 40m.

How much is a round trip from Beirut to Istanbul

Regular price: $156 - $510

Prices for flights from Beirut to Istanbul are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Beirut to Istanbul is between $156 and $510. The current lowest deal is $186 with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Aug 1-Aug 31.

now $186

Low $156

High $510

The cheapest time to fly from Beirut to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from BEY to IST is November, with a median price of 210 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 714 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

November

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Flights from $210

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Flights from $714

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Direct flights from Beirut to Istanbul

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Last-minute flights going from Beirut to Istanbul

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BEY - Istanbul

Beirut (BEY) - Istanbul (SAW)

$356

$230

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Sun, Jul 12

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BEY - Istanbul

Beirut (BEY) - Istanbul (IST)

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$380

$263

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Beirut (BEY) - Istanbul (SAW)

$442

$264

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Beirut (BEY) - Istanbul (SAW)

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Valuair

$445

$264

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Beirut (BEY) - Istanbul (SAW)

$394

$236

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Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Beirut to Istanbul

2 nights

Jul 7 - Jul 9

$446 → $206

54%

4 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 10

$442 → $218

51%

1 night

Jul 9 - Jul 10

$447 → $230

49%

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$447 → $239

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Beirut - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Beirut to Istanbul are above the typical level, with a median of $389.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $210

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Beirut to Istanbul, with a median price of $210.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 55m

The typical direct flight from Beirut to Istanbul is 1 hour and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

46.2% of recent deals are direct

Historically, 46.2% of recent deals for this route are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on the Beirut to Istanbul route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Beirut to Istanbul are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Beirut main airports to depart from

Beirut–Rafic Hariri International (BEY)

Cheapest

Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Beirut to Istanbul.

📍 ~8 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$186

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is a good option for flights from Beirut to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$186

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport is a convenient arrival choice for your trip from Beirut to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$280

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Cheapest

Adnan Menderes is a major international hub with high flight frequency, offering excellent connectivity.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (reachable by domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~$183

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Esenboğa International is a reliable capital city airport with an extensive domestic network.

📍 ~370 km from Istanbul (requires significant travel from Istanbul)

💸 Flights from ~$203

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is the closest geographical alternative to Istanbul, easily accessible by road.

📍 ~90 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$438

Burgas (BOJ)

Burgas is the nearest international airport outside of Turkey, useful for European-bound flights.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires crossing an international border)

💸 Flights from ~$391

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir offers relatively close proximity to Istanbul, serving the southern Marmara region.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (requires crossing the Marmara Sea)

💸 Flights from ~$422

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the best prices for flights from Beirut to Istanbul are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During the trailing 90 days, the average price for this booking window was $327. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically resulted in a higher average price of $431. For travelers planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out saw average prices around $490.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Beirut to Istanbul was considered to be $198. The median price for this route during the same period was $389. Prices could go up to $529 for the higher end of fares. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around or below $198.

Based on historical data over the trailing 270 days, December, July, and November have typically offered the cheapest flights from Beirut to Istanbul. The median price in December was $207, while July saw a median of $209, and November had a median of $210. The annual median price for this route was $389, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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